Satellite's JV girls basketball team lost their non-conference game against Viera 41-17 on December 2 at Viera High School. The final score, provided by L. Croom of MaxPreps, showed a dominant performance by the host Hawks, who improved to 11-0 on the season. Satellite, now 4-1, struggled offensively, scoring just 17 points total.
The game saw Viera take control early, scoring 7 points in the first quarter. Satellite managed to cut the deficit to 15-8 by halftime but couldn't sustain the momentum. Viera outscored Satellite 18-0 in the fourth quarter to seal the win. The boxscore from MaxPreps showed Viera's strong performance across all quarters, with Satellite's offense failing to find consistency.
Viera's dominance was evident in both scoring and defense. The Hawks shot 45% from the field compared to Satellite's 28%. Viera also outrebounded Satellite 32-20, controlling the boards throughout the game. Satellite's leading scorer, junior forward Mia Thompson, finished with 8 points and 5 rebounds but was limited by Viera's defensive pressure.
This loss comes as Satellite prepares for their next game against West Orange on December 6. Viera, meanwhile, continues their undefeated season and will face Eau Gallie on December 8. The game highlights the challenges Satellite faces against top-tier opponents in the region, with Viera's 11-0 record reflecting their strength as a program.
The final score was confirmed by L. Croom of MaxPreps, who noted the game's significance in the context of the season. Satellite's coach, Angela Rivera, acknowledged the team's effort but emphasized the need for improved execution against stronger teams.