Weston Ranch and Inderkum squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Weston Ranch had to settle for second. They came up short against the Inderkum Tigers, falling 72-51. While losing is never fun, the Cougars can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California basketball rankings (they are ranked 136th, while the Tigers are ranked tenth).
Weston Ranch's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Damien Rease, who posted 14 points, and Darrion Lilly, who earned 18 points and five rebounds. What's more, Rease also posted a 67% three-point shooting accuracy, which is the highest he's achieved since back in February of 2024. Fransua Senegal was another key player, putting up seven points and five boards.
Inderkum's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Malachi Johnson, who to rack up 17 points along with five rebounds and four blocks. Johnson is also on a roll when it comes to field goal percentage, as he's posted one of at least 55% in the last 12 games he's played. Another player making a difference was Taylen Goodman, who on his way to 15 points in addition to four steals and three blocks.
Weston Ranch's loss dropped their record down to 21-12. As for Inderkum, the win was the 22nd in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 28-1.
Weston Ranch does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Inderkum, they will host Folsom at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Folsom knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 55 points or more in their past 26 matches -- so hopefully Inderkum likes a good challenge.
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