Gustine extended their losing streak to four on Tuesday, dropping them down to 3-11. They were dealt a 57-18 loss at the hands of the Mariposa County Grizzlies. While losing is never fun, the Reds can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California basketball rankings (they are ranked 1285th, while the Grizzlies are ranked 549th).
As for Mariposa County, they are on a roll lately: they've won eight of their last nine contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 16-5 record this season. They have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won eight matchups by 21 points or more this season.
Mariposa County got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Mia Hansen out in front who went 5-for-7 to rack up 11 points and five boards. That's the most points Hansen has posted since back in February of 2025. Another player making a difference was Chloe King, who shot 63% from the field en route to 11 points and five rebounds.
Gustine didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next game, a 91-33 defeat against Stone Ridge Christian on the 30th. As for Mariposa County, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next contest, a 53-16 victory against Modesto Christian on the 29th.
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