Banning takes down WISH Academy in a playoff battle

By Team Reports Feb 20, 2024, 2:25pm

Recap: Banning Pilots vs. WISH Academy Owls

It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but the Banning Pilots had no problem doing just that on Wednesday. They breezed by the Owls on the road to the tune of 66-30. Banning's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.

Banning was led to victory by Melony Bernabe and Lluviastar Hernandez. Bernabe scored 16 points along with seven rebounds and six assists, while Hernandez dropped a double-double on 18 points and 11 rebounds. It was the first time this season that Hernandez scored 15 or more points. Sara Gonzales was another key contributor, scoring 15 points.

The victory was the fourth in a row for Banning, bringing their record for this year to 14-10. As for WISH Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 12-2.

Banning didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next match, a 40-29 win vs. University Prep Value on the 17th. WISH Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now.

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