Hermiston and Ridgeline squared off in some playoff action on Saturday, but Hermiston had to settle for second. They came up short against the Ridgeline Falcons, falling 76-52. While losing is never fun, the Bulldogs can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Washington basketball rankings (they are ranked 153rd, while the Falcons are ranked 16th).
Ridgeline's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Habiba Adam led the charge by going 7-for-8 on her way to 18 points and five rebounds. Adam is also on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in each of the last seven games she's played. Emma Myers was another key player, dropping a double-double with 12 points and 14 assists.
Hermiston has traveled a rocky road recently having lost 12 of their last 15 contests, which has put a noticeable dent in their 8-13 record this season. As for Ridgeline, their win was their 15th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 18-3.
Hermiston does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Ridgeline, they will face off against Kennewick at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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