After losing to Arizona College Prep the last time they met, Desert Mountain decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The Desert Mountain Wolves came out on top in a nail-biter against the Arizona College Prep Knights on Thursday, sneaking past 50-47. The Wolves didn't have much to brag about two games back, but this victory makes it their second in a row.
Bella Aguirre
| 02/13/25 vs Arizona College Prep | 19 |
| 02/11/25 @ Mountain Pointe | 17 |
| 02/07/25 @ Notre Dame Prep | 24 |
Desert Mountain's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Bella Aguirre, who to rack up 19 points and seven boards. Aguirre's big performance that evening made it three games in a row in which she has scored at least 17 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Caroline Workman, who posted eight points along with nine rebounds and three steals.
Desert Mountain smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 17 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 11 offensive boards in four consecutive games.
When it comes to explaining why Arizona College Prep lost, don't look at Jaylee Aulds. Despite the final result, she put up 16 points. Jesminda Garcia was another key player, putting up six points and five boards.
Desert Mountain's record is now 8-15. As for Arizona College Prep, their defeat dropped their record down to 12-11.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Arizona College Prep beat Desert Mountain by a score of 38-18 on February 20th.
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