Basketball Recap: Zion-Benton Starts Season with Loss on the Road

By Team Reports Nov 21, 2024, 9:50am

Basketball Recap: Zion-Benton Zee-Bees vs. Julian Jaguars

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Zion-Benton had to start their season on the road on Tuesday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They took a 39-28 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Julian Jaguars. The Zee-Bees' loss continues a trend for the team, making it 15 in a row dating back to last season.

Despite the loss, Zion-Benton still got an impressive performance from Jireh Rivera, who scored six points in addition to seven rebounds and five steals. What's more, Rivera also racked up five offensive rebounds, the most she's had since back in November of 2023.

Even though they lost, Zion-Benton smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 20 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive rebounds in four consecutive matchups dating back to last season.

Zion-Benton will welcome Mather at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Julian, they are taking a road trip to take on Dyett at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.

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