If the Banning Broncos were feeling good off their 47-9 takedown of the Desert Mirage RAMS last Friday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. Banning fell just short of Desert Hot Springs by a score of 48-45. The contest was a 25-25 toss-up at halftime, but Banning was outscored by Desert Hot Springs in the second.
Despite the loss, Banning still got an impressive performance from Maryanne Palacios, who scored 17 points along with two steals and two blocks. That was a full 37.8% of Banning's points, marking the third time in a row she's earned more than a third of the team's points. Symora Prince was another key contributor, scoring 12 points along with seven rebounds.
Banning has traveled a rocky road recently, as they've lost nine of their last 12 matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-11 record this season. As for Desert Hot Springs, they pushed their record up to 11-4 with that victory, which was their third straight on the road.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Banning will take on Twentynine Palms at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Desert Hot Springs, they will be playing at home against Desert Mirage at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Desert Mirage and Desert Hot Springs are at an even 5-5 over their past ten head-to-heads.
