The Mira Loma Matadors will be playing at home against the Western Sierra Collegiate Academy Wolves at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Mira Loma suffered their biggest loss since December 4, 2023 on Friday. They were outmatched by Pioneer at home and fell 70-25. Mira Loma was in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 45-9.
Despite the defeat, Mira Loma had strong showings from Olivia Ulep, who scored 14 points, and Desiree Synhorst, who scored two points along with nine rebounds and three steals. Synhorst is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in the last six games she's played.
Meanwhile, Western Sierra Collegiate Academy was the victim of a rough 38-17 loss at the hands of Sacramento Adventist on Monday. Western Sierra Collegiate Academy has not had much luck with Sacramento Adventist recently, as the team's come up short the last seven times they've met.
Mira Loma has traveled a rocky road recently, as they've lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 9-11 record this season. As for Western Sierra Collegiate Academy, their defeat ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 12-8.
Mira Loma ended up a good deal behind Western Sierra Collegiate Academy when the teams last played back in December of 2018, losing 51-34. Will Mira Loma have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.