Sierra Lutheran took a 21-point defeat the last time they faced off against Portola, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. In a tight matchup that could have gone either way, the Falcons made off with a 42-41 victory over the Tigers.
Portola's loss shouldn't obscure the performances of Kylie Morton, who posted 20 points and six rebounds, and Ellie Ferris, who dropped a double-double with ten points and 12 boards. Morton continues to improve, besting her previous point total in each of the last four games she's played.
The win got Sierra Lutheran back to even at 1-1. As for Portola, their defeat ended a four-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 1-4.
Looking ahead, Sierra Lutheran will take on Oasis Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The game will give the Falcons their first taste of in-conference action this season. As for Portola, they won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against Loyalton at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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