Jurupa Hills is on a ten-game streak of home losses (dating back to last season), Grand Terrace a three-game streak of away losses, but someone's luck is about to change. The Jurupa Hills Spartans will take on the Grand Terrace Titans at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Jurupa Hills has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last three games.
Jurupa Hills suffered their biggest loss since November 28, 2023 on Thursday. Their tough 58-35 defeat to Fontana might stick with them for a while. While losing is never fun, Jurupa Hills can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California basketball rankings (they are ranked 1203rd, while Fontana is ranked 346th).
Grand Terrace suffered their closest defeat yet this season on Tuesday. They fell just short of San Gorgonio by a score of 55-52.
Grand Terrace's defeat came about despite a quality game from Jayleen Barajas, who scored 31 points along with seven rebounds and five steals. Barajas is absolutely dominating the steal category: she's posted at least two every time she's taken the court this season. Philosphy Heard was another key contributor, dropping a double-double on ten points and 11 rebounds.
Jurupa Hills' defeat dropped their record down to 0-11. As for Grand Terrace, their loss dropped their record down to 15-7.
Jurupa Hills took a serious blow against Grand Terrace in their previous meeting back in December of 2023, falling 51-21. Will Jurupa Hills have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.
