A win for Lompoc just wasn't in the cards on Thursday as the team wasn't able to take the lead at any point. They lost 54-31 to the Redwood Rangers. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Braves have suffered since December 21, 2023.
Lompoc lost despite a true team effort on the offense, the best among them being Tara Terrones, who had seven points along with eight rebounds. Jalisa Dixon was another key player, earning seven points along with five rebounds.
Even though they lost, Lompoc smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 11 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive rebounds in six consecutive matchups dating back to last season.
Redwood got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Ariyah Blaza out in front who scored ten points in addition to three steals. The dominant performance also gave Blaza a new career-high in offensive rebounds (three). Another player making a difference was Jelena Singkeovilay, who posted ten points.
Lompoc's defeat was their 11th straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lompoc will look to take advantage of their home-court for the first time this season as they take on Nipomo at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Redwood, they and Bullard will face off at 8:00 p.m. on Friday without much rest after finishing up games yesterday.
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