Bradshaw Mountain was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They opened the new year with a less-than-successful 40-32 loss to the Thunderbird Titans. The Bears were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Titans apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in December of 2023.
When it comes to explaining why Bradshaw Mountain lost, don't look at Kalli Smith. Despite the final result, she posted 11 points in addition to seven rebounds and four steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Emma Johnson, who had six points and six blocks.

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01/03/25 vs Thunderbird | 32-40 |
01/02/25 vs Marana | 35-41 |
01/02/25 vs Cibola | 18-49 |
Even though they lost, Bradshaw Mountain smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with ten offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive boards in ten consecutive contests.
Thunderbird was led to victory by Isabella Illingworth and Roscella Tsosie. Illingworth put up 13 points along with eight boards and four steals, while Tsosie went 7 of 9 on her way to 16 points. Illingworth is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least two every time she's taken the court this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Gianna Molina, who posted six points.
Bradshaw Mountain's loss dropped their record down to 5-5. As for Thunderbird, their victory bumped their record up to 6-7.
Bradshaw Mountain will face off against Prescott at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Thunderbird, they didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next matchup, a 42-38 win against Paradise Valley on the 3rd.
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