Basketball Recap: Irvin Falls Despite Big Games from Jazlyn Burciaga and Jayanna Rascon

By Team Reports Nov 13, 2024, 3:10pm

Basketball Recap: Irvin Rockets vs. San Elizario Eagles

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Irvin was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They lost to the San Elizario Eagles on the road by a 43-28 margin. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Rockets of the 36-22 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in December of 2023.

Despite the loss, Irvin had strong showings from Jayanna Rascon, who had 11 points plus seven rebounds, and Jazlyn Burciaga, who had seven points plus five rebounds and three steals. Burciaga is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least three every time she's taken the court this season.

Irvin now has a losing record at 2-3.

Irvin will look to defend their home court on Tuesday against Ysleta at 6:00 p.m. Irvin's defense has only allowed 25 points per game this season, so Ysleta's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for San Elizario, they will be taking part in a tournament against El Dorado at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday. El Dorado will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something San Elizario surely won't give up without a fight.

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