After losing to Bradshaw Mountain the last time they met, Thunderbird decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The Thunderbird Titans rang in the new year with a 40-32 win over the Bradshaw Mountain Bears on Friday.
| 01/03/25 vs Bradshaw Mountain | 4 |
| 01/02/25 vs Mountain Ridge | 3 |
| 01/02/25 vs Mountain View | 3 |
| 12/18/24 vs Cortez | 3 |
| 12/17/24 @ Saguaro | 2 |
Thunderbird was led to victory by Isabella Illingworth and Roscella Tsosie. Illingworth posted 13 points in addition to eight boards and four steals, while Tsosie went 7 of 9 on her way to 16 points. Illingworth is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least two every time she's taken the court this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Gianna Molina, who had six points.
When it comes to explaining why Bradshaw Mountain lost, don't look at Kalli Smith. Despite the final result, she posted 11 points along with seven boards and four steals. Emma Johnson was another key player, putting up six points and six blocks.
Thunderbird's victory bumped their record up to 6-7. As for Bradshaw Mountain, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 5-5.
Thunderbird wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next matchup, a 42-38 win against Paradise Valley on the 3rd. As for Bradshaw Mountain, they will host Prescott at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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