Service was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They were a single point away from ending the streak, but they lost a 51-50 heartbreaker at the hands of the West Anchorage Eagles. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Cougars this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 58-51 last Tuesday.
Despite the loss, Service saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Aryanna Watson posted 26 points. That was a full 52% of Service's points, marking the eighth time in a row she's put up more than a third of the team's points. Another player making a difference was Karlierose Lealaisalanoa, who earned nine points.
Service's defeat dropped their record down to 9-7. As for West Anchorage, their victory ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 7-6.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Service will challenge Eagle River at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for West Anchorage, they will head out on the road to challenge Chugiak at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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