If Friona wanted to avenge their loss from the last time they played Tulia, they should've done a better job of containing Zaiden Jalomo. The Tulia Hornets took their contest on Tuesday with ease, bagging a 52-18 victory over the Friona Chieftans thanks in part to Jalomo, who had 15 points along with six rebounds and three steals. He continues to roll, besting his previous point total in each of the last three games he's played.
Nic Carrasco was another key player, posting ten points in addition to three steals. What's more, he also racked up four offensive rebounds, the most he's had since back in December of 2023.
Tulia smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 16 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 11 offensive rebounds in three consecutive games.
Tulia's win bumped their record up to 6-2. As for Friona, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-4.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Tulia will welcome Sanford-Fritch at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Tulia is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 65.2 points per game this season. As for Friona, they will host Hart at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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