Coachella Valley came into Thursday's game looking for another win against La Quinta, but Sophie Barrow wouldn't allow it. The Blackhawks snuck past the Mighty Arabs with a 34-30 win on Thursday thanks in part to Barrow, who almost dropped a double-double with 12 points and nine steals. Barrow is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least two every time she's taken the court this season.

Vanessa Bazurto
| 11/17/25 vs Rim of the World | 9 |
| 12/04/25 vs Coachella Valley | 8 |
| 12/03/25 @ Central | 7 |
| 12/02/25 vs Desert Chapel | 6 |
| 11/22/25 vs Carter | 2 |
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Vanessa Bazurto was another key player, putting up four points in addition to eight steals and five rebounds. La Quinta is 3-1 when Bazurto posts three or more steals, but 1-2 otherwise.
La Quinta now has a winning record of 4-3. As for Coachella Valley, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 1-2.
Looking ahead, La Quinta will be playing at home against Desert Hot Springs at 5:15 p.m. on Monday. The Blackhawks will be up against the Golden Eagles' rather soft defense (which has allowed 57 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Coachella Valley, they will square off against Xavier Prep at 5:45 p.m. on Tuesday.
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