Firebaugh extended their losing streak to six on Friday, dropping them down to 1-13. They were dealt a 78-38 loss at the hands of the Downey Vikings. While losing is never fun, the Falcons can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California basketball rankings (they are ranked 1049th, while the Vikings are ranked 355th).
As for Downey, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 13-7. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Among those leading the charge was Joel Rodriguez, who shot 56% from the field to rack up 15 points along with six assists and five boards. Another player making a difference was Jeremiah Maffey, who went 5-for-6 en route to 11 points and seven rebounds.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Firebaugh will venture away from home to take on Lynwood at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Downey, they and Compton will face off at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday without much rest, having both just played. The Vikings will be up against the Tarbabes' rather soft defense (which has allowed 62.31 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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