The Centennial Hawks were not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They took a 37-32 hit to the loss column at the hands of Las Cruces. Centennial was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Las Cruces apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played on February 6th.
Centennial lost despite a true team effort on the offense, the best among them being Hoku Pili, who scored seven points along with 11 rebounds. Joy Hunt was another key contributor, almost dropping a double-double on ten points and nine rebounds.
Even though they lost, Centennial smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 16 offensive rebounds. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Las Cruces only pulled down eight offensive rebounds.
Las Cruces got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Bethzy Quinones out in front who scored nine points. Another player making a difference was Danae Pacheco, who scored nine points.
Centennial's loss dropped their record down to 11-15. As for Las Cruces, they now have a winning record of 13-12.
Centennial will head out on the road to take on Las Cruces at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Las Cruces is coming into the contest with four straight victories at home, so Centennial will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. Las Cruces will take on Centennial at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Las Cruces is coming into the match with four straight victories at home, so Centennial will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum.
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