Rodriguez is on a three-game streak of home losses, Wood a six-game streak of away losses, but someone's luck will change on Thursday. Having just played yesterday, the Rodriguez Mustangs will get right back to it and host the Wood Wildcats at 7:30 p.m. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Rodriguez is headed into the match out to prove that what happened against Dublin on Wednesday (when they were outscored in every quarter) was just a minor bump in the road. Rodriguez was beaten by Dublin 75-29. The Mustangs were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 43-19.
Meanwhile, Wood took a blow against Vanden on Saturday, falling 83-22. While losing is never fun, the Wildcats can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California basketball rankings (they are ranked 702nd, while the Vikings are ranked 124th).
Rodriguez will need focus on slowing down Abigail Ward, one of several Wood players who made an impact when they last played. She posted seven points. Another player making a difference was Melania Condez, who put up six points.
Rodriguez's loss dropped their record down to 8-13. As for Wood, their defeat dropped their record down to 10-15.
Rodriguez came up short against Wood when the teams last played back in January, falling 47-42. Will Rodriguez have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more basketball content.
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