Coolidge had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They secured a 49-44 W over the Holbrook Roadrunners on Tuesday. The Bears have seen this before: they got the W the last time they saw the Roadrunners, too.
Porter Dees
| 02/18/25 vs Holbrook | 3 |
| 02/06/25 @ Seton Catholic | 2 |
| 01/29/25 vs Apache Junction | 1 |
| 01/17/25 @ Florence | 1 |
| 01/09/25 @ Palo Verde | 1 |
| + 7 more games |
Coolidge's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Porter Dees, who posted eight points in addition to 15 boards and three steals. That's the most steals Dees has posted since back in December of 2024. Another player making a difference was Preston Dees, who dropped a double-double with 13 points and 15 rebounds.
Coolidge smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 20 offensive rebounds. They pulled down ten more offensive boards than Holbrook's also-impressive total of ten.
Several Roadrunners players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Jaron Becenti, who scored 17 points and three steals. Tyler Tapaha was another key player, going 6-for-12 en route to 15 points.
Coolidge's victory bumped their record up to 23-9. As for Holbrook, their defeat dropped their record down to 21-8.
Coming up, Coolidge will head out on the road to square off against Florence at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday. Florence is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 66.4 points per game this season. Holbrook does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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