The Pinnacle Panthers embarked on a challenging weekend of road games, facing non-region opponents. Their first encounter was against the Water Canyon Wildcats on Friday, which began rather rough in the first half when they managed to score just six points.

Unraveling the Pinnacle Panthers' Road Game Struggles

The Friday Game Against the Water Canyon Wildcats

The first half of the game against the Water Canyon Wildcats was a tough start for the Pinnacle Panthers. As mentioned, they scored only six points, setting a challenging pace for the rest of the game. However, in the third quarter, there was a significant shift as they managed to outscore the Wildcats by two points. This showed a glimmer of hope for the Panthers, but unfortunately, the lead they gained was not enough to overcome the Wildcats' overall performance. Jostyn McLean led the team with 12 points, demonstrating her scoring prowess, while Heather Kerr added eight points to the tally.In the fourth quarter, despite their best efforts, the Panthers fell short, losing the game with a final score of 44-22. This loss was a setback for the team, but it also served as a learning experience as they prepared for the next game.

The Saturday Game Against the Escalante Moquis

Moving on to Saturday, the Panthers faced the Escalante Moquis, who were aiming for their first win of the season. The first half was a low-scoring affair, with the Panthers holding a slight lead of 16-13. But the Moquis came back strong in the third quarter, outscoring the Panthers by 12 points and taking the lead going into the final quarter.In the second half, the Escalante Moquis continued their dominance, outscoring the Panthers 28-13. This led to the Panthers' third straight loss after starting the season with a promising 4-0 record. It was a tough blow for the team, but they remained determined to bounce back.The Panthers will be back in action on Monday as they travel once again to play the Utah Military Camp Williams Marauders. Before that, they will take a short break and then head to Altamont for their seventh away game out of the nine games played so far in the season on Dec. 13. This upcoming stretch of games will be crucial for the Panthers as they look to regain their form and continue their journey in the season.