Basketball Recap: Camelback Takes a Loss

By Team Reports Dec 8, 2024, 2:50pm

Basketball Recap: Camelback Spartans vs. Desert Ridge Jaguars

Camelback was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their eighth straight loss. They were outmatched by the Desert Ridge Jaguars on the road and fell 48-10. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Spartans of the 76-23 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in January.

Kyliana Massey was Camelback's leading scorer, having posted six points. Valentine Rehema held things down on the boards with four rebounds.

Desert Ridge's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Trinity Smith, who went 10 for 16 en route to 20 points plus four steals. What's more, Smith also posted a 63% field goal percentage, which is the highest she's posted since back in December of 2023. Another player making a difference was Erica Venell, who had nine points along with eight steals.

Camelback's loss dropped their record down to 0-8. As for Desert Ridge, the victory got them back to even at 2-2.

Camelback will take on Williams Field at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Williams Field will roll in looking for their sixth straight win, something Camelback surely won't give up without a fight. As for Desert Ridge, they will challenge West Point at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.

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