The Canyon Springs Cougars will take on the Liberty Bison at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. The timing is sure in Canyon Springs' favor as the squad sits on four straight wins at home while Liberty has been banged up by four consecutive losses on the road.
Last Tuesday, Canyon Springs beat Orange Vista 54-44.
Kaleayah Marshall
| 01/07/25 @ Orange Vista | 17 |
| 12/30/24 @ Tahquitz | 9 |
| 12/28/24 @ JW North | 11 |
| 12/27/24 vs Apple Valley | 8 |
| 12/26/24 @ Ramona | 13 |
Canyon Springs got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Kaleayah Marshall out in front who dropped a double-double on 19 points and 17 boards. Marshall is on a roll when it comes to rebounds, as she's now pulled down eight or more in the last seven games she's played. Izabella Tejada was another key player, almost dropping a triple-double on nine points, nine rebounds, and 11 assists.
Canyon Springs smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 22 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive boards in 35 consecutive matches dating back to last season.
Meanwhile, Liberty opened the new year with a less-than-successful 34-21 loss to Fullerton.
Canyon Springs will have to contain Kelli Harris-Wellman as she made an impact in Liberty's last game. She posted six points along with eight boards and six steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Erin Payne, who had four points and six rebounds.
Canyon Springs' win bumped their record up to 12-3. As for Liberty, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-10.
Rebounding is likely to be a big factor in this contest: Canyon Springs has crashing the boards this season, having averaged 40.5 rebounds per game. However, it's not like Liberty struggles in that department as they've been averaging 27.9 boards. With both teams battling to corral missed shots, we'll see if one team can grab an edge.
Canyon Springs took their victory against Liberty in their previous matchup back in December of 2022 by a conclusive 55-33. Does Canyon Springs have another victory up their sleeve, or will Liberty turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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