The Timnath Cubs can now show off nine landslide victories after their most recent contest on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 60-38 margin over Valley. The win was just what Timnath needed coming off of a 78-51 defeat in their prior game.
Timnath found their leader in underclassman Tiana Guzman, who scored 16 points along with eight rebounds and eight steals. Guzman hasn't dropped below 15points for three straight games. The team also got some help courtesy of Lily Eisbrener, who scored 11 points along with four steals.
Valley's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Nevaeh Jimenez, who scored eight points along with 20 rebounds and two blocks. Jimenez is absolutely dominating the rebound category: she's posted at least eight every time she's taken the court this season. Kendyll Mayhugh was another key contributor, scoring ten points along with nine rebounds.
Timnath is on a roll lately: they've won eight of their last nine matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 9-3 record this season. As for Valley, their defeat dropped their record down to 5-4.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Timnath the luxury of staying home another game and will welcome Platte Valley at 7:00 p.m. on January 16th. Platte Valley has now lost seven straight, and the team is hunting for their first win since December 2. Valley won't have much time to rest: their next game is against Strasburg at 4:30 p.m. on January 13th.
