Sierra Grande and Elbert squared off in some playoff action on Saturday, but Sierra Grande had to settle for second. They took a hard 51-36 fall against the Elbert Bulldogs. The game marked the Panthers' lowest-scoring contest so far this season.
When it comes to explaining why Sierra Grande lost, don't look at Rolando Najera. Despite the final result, he dropped a double-double with 14 points and 11 boards. The team also got some help courtesy of Jadyn Martinez, who posted ten points.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Elbert to victory, but perhaps none more so than Ethan Tesman, who earned 14 points and eight rebounds. Another player making a difference was Caleb Cornell, who went 7-for-10 on his way to 18 points and three blocks.
Sierra Grande's defeat dropped their record down to 19-6. As for Elbert, the victory made it two in a row for them and also bumps their season record up to 19-6.
Sierra Grande does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Elbert, they will take on McClave at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. McClave has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last three games.
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