On Saturday, the Strathmore Spartans came up short against the Coalinga Horned Toads and fell 41-30. While losing is never fun, the Spartans can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California basketball rankings (they are ranked 592nd, while the Horned Toads are ranked 240th).
Coalinga's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Brooklyn Davis, who posted seven points in addition to 12 rebounds and four steals. Davis is on a roll when it comes to boards, as she's now pulled down eight or more in the last ten games she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Alikah Rafiu, who had 11 points and five rebounds.
Strathmore has traveled a rocky road recently having lost five of their last six games, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-7 record this season. As for Coalinga, the victory was the 11th in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 16-2.
Strathmore will head out to square off against Lindsay at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. Lindsay will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Strathmore surely won't give up without a fight. As for Coalinga, they will be playing at home against Avenal at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The timing is sure in Coalinga's favor as the team sits on 12 straight wins at home (dating back to last season) while Avenal has been banged up by three consecutive losses on the road.
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