Mogollon came into Joseph City on Tuesday night with an impressive 6-1 overall record. They met a better team in the Lady Wildcats, who also had just one loss at the time.
By Tuesday’s game’s end, the Mustangs left with their second mark in the loss column.
A slow beginning to the first period had Joseph City leading 12-6 after the first eight minutes of play. In the second, they tripled the Mustang’s output and led 33-13 at the half. Three more points were added to their lead in the third before Mogollon outscored them in the final eight minutes. Joseph City went on to win the game 54-37.
Amber Neill and Audrey Neill combined for 26 points, with each netting 13. April Neill added 8, as did Gabby Jesmer. Jaydiana Kinlicheenie scored 4; Raylee Fish, 4; Samantha Jesmer, 3; and McKenzie Jesmer helped with a single point.
Joseph City will travel to St. Johns on Friday for their final contest before taking time off for the holiday break. They will resume play on Jan. 3, with a trip to Ash Fork. On Jan. 4, they host Hopi.
Joseph City is 3-1 in regular season games entering this week.
