Hilmar hadn't done well against Livingston recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Monday. The Hilmar Yellowjackets narrowly escaped with a win as the squad sidled past the Livingston Wolves 53-51. This was payback for the Yellowjackets, who suffered a 74-66 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Hilmar found their leader in sophomore Cohen Felber, who went 6 for 11 on his way to 13 points and eight rebounds. Another player making a difference was Aaron Solorio, who posted 14 points and five boards.
When it comes to explaining why Livingston lost, don't look at Adrian Aguirre. Despite the final result, he earned 18 points. Daniel Aguilar-Briones was another key player, putting up six points.

Yellowjackets
01/20/25 @ Livingston | 53-51 |
01/17/25 vs Orestimba | 63-48 |
01/15/25 @ Sonora | 52-60 |
01/10/25 vs Escalon | 41-59 |
01/08/25 @ Ripon Christian | 32-60 |
Hilmar's victory ended an 11-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 6-13. As for Livingston, they dropped their record down to 6-12 with the loss, which was their fifth straight at home.
Hilmar will host Hughson at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Hilmar is facing Hughson at the right time seeing as Hughson is stuck on a five-game losing streak. Livingston has already played their next matchup, an 83-45 defeat against Johansen on the 22nd.
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