The Casa Grande Cougars had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. In a tight matchup that could have gone either way, they made off with a 52-51 victory over Casteel. The win was all the more spectacular given Casa Grande's disadvantage in MaxPreps' Arizona basketball rankings (they are ranked 171st, while Casteel is ranked 24th).
Casa Grande's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Tayven Williams, who scored 20 points along with five rebounds and four steals. Williams has been hot recently, having posted 15 or more points the last three times he's played. Phinneas Linehan was another key contributor, scoring 11 points.
Casa Grande's victory bumped their record up to 7-13. As for Casteel, their loss dropped their record down to 17-5.
Casa Grande won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against Campo Verde at 7:00 p.m. on January 25th. As for Casteel, they won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against Williams Field at 7:00 p.m. on January 25th. Williams Field is no doubt hoping to put an end to a three-game streak of away losses.
