Combs was the 39-32 winner over Crismon when they last played one another back in January of 2025, but their luck changed this time around. The Coyotes fell 46-40 to the Rattlers on Tuesday. The Coyotes have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.

Ambriah Lujan
| 01/06/26 vs Crismon | 6 |
| 01/03/26 vs Maricopa | 5 |
| 12/16/25 @ Dysart | 6 |
| 12/11/25 @ Coronado | 6 |
| 12/09/25 vs South Mountain | 2 |
| + 7 more games |
Despite the loss, Combs had strong showings from Ambriah Lujan, who posted 18 points and six steals, and Heather Jo Bush, who dropped a double-double with 18 points and 20 boards. Lujan is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in each of the last 12 games she's played dating back to last season.
Crismon's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Justice Surina, who scored 12 points along with seven rebounds and six assists. That's the most assists Surina has posted since back in November of 2025. The team also got some help courtesy of Brookelyn Pack, who had 16 points in addition to eight boards and five steals.
Combs' defeat dropped their record down to 6-6. As for Crismon, their victory bumped their record up to 11-5.
We've got plenty of inter-region action coming up soon. Combs is set to take on their familiar foe Poston Butte at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, Crismon will face off against rival Eastmark at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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