Mt. Whitney posted their closest win since December 21, 2023 on Thursday. They skirted past the Exeter Monarchs 34-32. Given the Pioneers' advantage in MaxPreps' California basketball rankings (they are ranked 317th, while the Monarchs are ranked 648th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Mt. Whitney to victory, but perhaps none more so than Dolores Carter, who posted three points along with 13 rebounds and three steals. Ivy Carter was another key player, putting up five points and three steals.
Pioneers
| 12/05/24 vs Exeter | 34-32 |
| 12/03/24 vs Tulare Western | 51-46 |
Mt. Whitney smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 25 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 12 offensive boards in three consecutive games.
Mt. Whitney now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Exeter, they now have a losing record at 3-4.
Mt. Whitney wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 36-24 defeat against Strathmore on the 6th. As for Exeter, they also didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next matchup, a 45-30 victory against Granite Hills on the 6th.
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