Desert Hills lost against Ridgeline back in December of 2023 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. The Thunder lost to the Riverhawks on the road by a 59-41 margin. The matchup marked the Thunder's lowest-scoring game so far this season.
When it comes to explaining why Desert Hills lost, don't look at Jack Openshaw. Despite the final result, he went 6-for-9 on his way to 17 points and six boards. Kolten Andrus was another key player, putting up 11 points.
Ridgeline's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Cam Earl, who shot 50% from the field to rack up 15 points and five assists. Those five assists gave Earl a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Andrew Pinochi, who posted nine points and six rebounds.
Desert Hills' defeat was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 3-2. As for Ridgeline, the win got them back to even at 1-1.
Desert Hills wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 57-51 loss against Green Canyon on the 5th. As for Ridgeline, they have also already played their next game, a 62-57 victory against Crimson Cliffs on the 5th.
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