The Orestimba Warriors will challenge the Merced Bears at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Orestimba will be strutting in after a win while Merced will be coming in after a loss.
Orestimba is looking to give their home crowd another W after opening their season at home on Tuesday. They took down Mariposa County 48-30.
Orestimba can attribute much of their success to Olivia Gray, who went 7 for 14 en route to 16 points plus eight rebounds and two steals, and Ashlynn Bell, who almost dropped a double-double on nine points and ten rebounds. The team also got some help courtesy of Lilly Rocha, who earned three points plus seven assists and five rebounds.
Orestimba 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 eight offensive rebounds in 17 consecutive contests dating back to last season.
Meanwhile, Merced lost to East Union at home by a 59-42 margin on Monday. The Bears have struggled against the Lancers recently, as the game was their fourth consecutive lost matchup.
Orestimba lost to Merced at home by a decisive 35-20 margin in their previous meeting back in November of 2022. Will Orestimba have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.
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