Basketball Recap: East Union Triumphs

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Previous 5 Games

12/04/25 - Neutral	45-41 W
11/25/24 - Away	59-42 W
12/21/23 - Home	63-30 W
11/30/23 - Neutral	55-29 W
11/29/22 - Away	49-36 W

East Union won the last time they faced Merced and things went their way on Thursday too. The Lancers secured a 45-41 W over the Bears. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Lancers.

Merced's loss came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Samantha Barragan, who posted 13 points and six rebounds. Barragan is also crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least two every time she's taken the court this season. Averie Steverson was another key player, dropping a double-double with 11 points and ten boards.

East Union's victory bumped their record up to 3-1. As for Merced, their defeat was their first of the season and also makes their record 3-1.

Looking ahead, East Union will challenge Ponderosa at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Merced, they won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against Ripon at 3:30 p.m. on Friday.