Tooele won the last time they faced Hillcrest and things went their way on Friday too. The Tooele Buffaloes came out on top against the Hillcrest Huskies by a score of 61-51. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Buffaloes.
Macie Gustin
| 02/07/25 vs Hillcrest | 17 |
| 02/04/25 vs Murray | 5 |
| 01/30/25 @ Cottonwood | 6 |
| 01/28/25 vs Jordan | 4 |
| 01/24/25 vs Park City | 11 |
| + 12 more games |
Tooele got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Macie Gustin out in front who dropped a double-double on 17 points and 12 boards. That's the most points Gustin has posted since back in December of 2024. Kennedy Searle was another key player, going 8 of 12 on her way to 20 points and five rebounds.
Tooele smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 19 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive rebounds in three consecutive matchups.
Despite the loss, Hillcrest had strong showings from Dayana Mulamba, who dropped a double-double on 18 points and 13 boards, and Emily Mandel, who went 6 for 12 to rack up 18 points and three steals. Another player making a difference was Amelia Lepore, who earned eight points and four steals.
Tooele's record now sits at 16-7. As for Hillcrest, they have been struggling recently as they've lost nine of their last 11 contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-16 record this season.
Looking ahead, Tooele will take on West Field at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Tooele is facing West Field at the right time seeing as West Field is stuck on a three-game losing streak. Hillcrest does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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