The Patriots faced off against Region opponent the Warner Monarchs in Tulare on Tuesday night. The Patriots were down early, but managed to tie the game up at the end of the 1st quarter 14-14. The game stayed close during the 2nd quarter with both teams tied once again 26-26 to end the 1st half. But a big 3rd quarter by the Monarchs pushed the lead 50-36 in their favor. The Patriots battled back in the 4th quarter, but it was too late as the Monarchs took the game 59-49.
The Patriots had 2 players reach a double double once again. Jackson Maynard had a team high 17 points, along with 10 rebounds, and 1 assist. Devin Enander came off the bench to give the Patriots a big game with 13 points, 13 rebounds, 1 assist, and 2 steals. Erik Salmen provided 7 points and 3 rebounds. Patrick Maynard finished with 6 points, 4 rebounds, 2 steals, and 1 block. Blaze Binger had 4 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals. Brendan Nowell finished out the scoring for the Patriots with 2 points, 3 rebounds, 4 assists, and 3 steals.
The Patriots are now 3-4 on the season and head into the 281 Conference Tournament the 6th seed and will play Sanborn Central/Woonsocket in the 1st round in Wolsey.