The Pheasants take a big lead in the 1st half and the Patriots were unable to catch up. Good shooting from the Pheasants to start the game prove too much for the Patriots as they were down 32-19 at the half. The Patriots were able to get back within reach by the end of the 3rd quarter, 38-30, but the lead was too much for the Patriots to overcome. Final score 51-39.
The Patriots were led by TJ Salmen with 21 points, 13 rebounds, 2 blocked shots. Erik Salmen provided the Patriots a spark off the bench with 7 points, 5 rebounds, 1 steal, and 2 blocked shots. Jack Boomsma and Zach Gilbert finished with 4 points each.
The Patriots will look to rebound against Sully Buttes on Thursday night, January 27th, in Tulare.
Overall record now stands at 5-5.