After flying high against Mount Miguel last Friday, Helix came back down to earth. The Helix Highlanders lost 53-33 to the Grossmont Foothillers on Tuesday. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Highlanders have suffered against the Foothillers since April 30, 2021.
Several Highlanders players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Cheyenne McMillan, who posted 16 points and five rebounds. The team also got some help courtesy of Michaelle Whyte, who put up 12 points and five boards.
Grossmont's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Aakash Price, who dropped a double-double on 14 points and 12 rebounds. What's more, Price also racked up six steals, the most she's had since back in February of 2024. Jaliyah Fleming was another key player, going 5 of 8 en route to 15 points and three steals.
Helix has traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four games, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-7 record this season. As for Grossmont, their record now sits at 14-3.
Helix wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next match, a 57-54 defeat against El Capitan on the 17th. As for Grossmont, they also didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next contest, an 80-35 victory against Central on the 18th.
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