Northridge Academy entered their tilt with Sherman Oaks CES on Saturday with two consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with three. They came out on top against the Sherman Oaks CES Knights by a score of 50-39. That's more bragging rights for the Pumas, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Northridge Academy was led to victory by Delilah Hernandez and Janelle Estrella. Hernandez went 6 of 9 on her way to 18 points in addition to eight boards and five steals, while Estrella dropped a double-double on 15 points and ten rebounds. Estrella has been hot recently, having also posted four or more steals the last three times she's played. Another player making a difference was Jacqueline Nettles, who posted six points along with ten rebounds and four blocks.
Northridge Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 32 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 19 offensive rebounds in nine consecutive matches.
Pumas
| 01/25/25 @ Sherman Oaks CES | 50-39 |
| 12/09/24 @ Fulton | 81-3 |
| 11/22/24 @ Canoga Park | 47-16 |
| 02/10/24 @ Harbor Teacher | 44-34 |
| 01/29/24 @ Sherman Oaks CES | 57-30 |
| + 5 more games |
Northridge Academy pushed their record up to 12-3 with the win, which was their tenth straight on the road dating back to last season. Those victories came thanks to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 24.3 points per game. As for Sherman Oaks CES, their defeat ended a seven-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 11-3.
Northridge Academy and Sherman Oaks CES should be looking forward to their upcoming games as both have a sizable advantage in the MaxPreps California Rankings. Northridge Academy will challenge Valley Academy of Arts & Sciences at 4:00 p.m. on Monday up 672 places (520 vs. 1192). Meanwhile, Sherman Oaks CES (ranked 533rd) will meet East Valley (ranked 1239th) at 3:30 p.m. on Monday.
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