Encina was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They came up short against the Sacramento Waldorf Waves, falling 44-24. Sadly, that's the second time they've come up short against the Bulldogs this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 59-29 back in January.
| 01/31/25 vs Sacramento Waldorf | 3 |
| 01/28/25 @ Futures | 5 |
| 01/24/25 @ John Adams Academy Rsvl/Lin | 7 |
| 01/22/25 @ Chesterton Academy of Sacramento | 4 |
| 01/21/25 @ Victory Christian | 2 |
Encina's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Elise Brandon, who dropped a double-double on 16 points and ten boards. Brandon is also crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least two every time she's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Khaliah McDonald, who posted five points and 17 rebounds.
Even though they lost, Encina smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 19 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 16 offensive boards in 17 consecutive contests.
It was another big night for Aubrey Payne, who put up 18 points along with six steals and five assists for Sacramento Waldorf. Those 18 points gave Payne a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Ella Klee, who earned nine points.
Encina's loss dropped their record down to 5-12. As for Sacramento Waldorf, the victory (which was their tenth in a row) raised their record to 17-5.
Encina will welcome Forest Lake Christian at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Sacramento Waldorf, they will head out to challenge Victory Christian at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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