On Thursday, Mullen faced Grandview in a battle between two of the state's top teams. The Mullen Mustangs lost 59-39 to the Grandview Wolves. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Mustangs have suffered since December 21, 2024.
Makenzie Jones
| 02/20/25 @ Grandview | 5 |
| 02/14/25 @ Arapahoe | 2 |
| 02/12/25 vs Cherokee Trail | 4 |
| 02/07/25 @ Eaglecrest | 4 |
| 02/05/25 vs Cherry Creek | 4 |
| + 4 more games |
Despite the defeat, Mullen saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Makenzie Jones posted 13 points and five steals. Jones is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in each of the last nine games she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Tatum Jones, who scored ten points and five rebounds.
Grandview's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Sienna Betts led the charge by dropping a double-double with 27 points and 18 boards. Another player making a difference was Ava Chang, who went 9-for-12 on her way to 21 points and four steals.
Mullen's loss dropped their record down to 13-9. As for Grandview, the victory was the 13th in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 19-3.
Looking ahead, Mullen will take on Cherokee Trail at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Grandview, they will host Cherry Creek at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday.
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