It's playoff time, and Las Animas had no trouble coming through when it counted. They came out on top against the West Grand Mustangs by a score of 37-30 on Friday.
Leading Las Animas to victory were Jadann Eck and Ava LaBarge. Eck posted 17 points in addition to eight boards and three steals, while LaBarge put up seven points along with seven rebounds and five assists. What's more, Eck also posted a 50% three-point shooting accuracy, which is the highest she's achieved since back in December of 2024.
West Grand's defeat came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Taylin Harthun, who dropped a double-double with 12 points and ten boards. Harthun is also on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in each of the last four games she's played. Taylor Martinson was another key player, putting up six points along with seven rebounds and five steals.
Las Animas' win bumped their record up to 13-11. As for West Grand, they moved to 20-4 with that loss, which also ended their three-game winning streak.
Las Animas didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next match, a 46-27 defeat against Burlington on the 8th. West Grand does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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