Even though the Vista del Lago Ravens scored an imposing 62 points on Friday, the Paloma Valley Wildcats still came out on top. Paloma Valley had just enough and edged Vista del Lago out 65-62. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory Paloma Valley has posted yet this season.
Vista del Lago's loss shouldn't obscure the performances of Freddy Alarcon, who scored 23 points, and Julian Rivera who scored 13 points along with nine rebounds and five assists. Rivera continues to roll, besting his previous point total in each of the last four games he's played. Johnny Cowart was another key contributor, scoring six points.
The victory makes it two in a row for Paloma Valley and bumps their season record up to 9-10. As for Vista del Lago, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 6-8.
Paloma Valley will be playing in front of their home fans against Heritage at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Vista del Lago, they will head out on the road to take on Canyon Springs at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
