Basketball Recap: Central Takes a Loss

Grizzlies

Team Score (Highest)

01/13/26 vs Justin Garza	25
12/12/25 vs Hanford	22
11/25/25 vs Orosi	21
01/09/26 @ Madera South	17
12/20/25 vs Edison	15

Central scored the most points they've had this season on Tuesday, but it wasn't enough. They had to suffer through a 71-25 loss at the hands of the Justin Garza Guardians. The Grizzlies were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 43-16.

Justin Garza got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Brianna Brooks out in front who posted 17 points. Those 17 points gave Brooks a new career-high. Kenya Newsome was another key player, putting up 14 points.

Central's defeat dropped their record down to 0-14. As for Justin Garza, their win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 14-6.

Looking ahead, Central will be playing at home against Madera at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Justin Garza, they will head out to take on Fresno at 6:30 p.m. on Friday.