Combs was the 48-43 winner over ALA - Gilbert North when they last played one another back in February of 2025, but their luck changed this time around. The Coyotes lost 55-29 to the Eagles on Friday. The matchup marked the Coyotes' lowest-scoring game so far this season.

Heather Jo Bush
| 01/23/26 @ ALA - Gilbert North | 16 |
| 01/21/26 vs Eastmark | 24 |
| 01/14/26 @ ALA - Queen Creek | 32 |
| 01/08/26 @ Poston Butte | 20 |
| 01/06/26 vs Crismon | 18 |
| + 8 more games |
Despite the loss, Combs still got an impressive performance from Heather Jo Bush, who dropped a double-double with 16 points and 12 boards. The contest was Bush's 13th in a row with at least 15 points. I'Yanah Harrison also deserves some recognition as she pulled down her first rebounds of the season.
ALA - Gilbert North's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Saige Barney, who posted nine points along with eight boards and five steals. Barney has become a key player for the Eagles: the team is undefeated when she posts at least five steals, but 7-10 otherwise. Bella Fulcher was another key player, putting up 11 points and four steals.
Combs has been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-9 record this season. As for ALA - Gilbert North, they now have a winning record of 11-10.
Combs wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next game, a 45-43 victory against Poston Butte on the 27th. As for ALA - Gilbert North, they have also already played their next contest, a 67-47 win against ALA - Queen Creek on the 27th.
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