The Santa Rita Eagles had to endure a 25-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They blew past Santa Cruz Valley 62-22 on the road. Santa Rita's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Santa Cruz Valley's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Layna Ethington, who scored five points along with ten rebounds. Ethington continues to roll, besting her previous point total in each of the last three games she's played.
Even though they lost, Santa Cruz Valley were smashing the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive rebounds. That's the most offensive rebounds they've managed all season.
Santa Rita's victory ended a nine-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-10. As for Santa Cruz Valley, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 1-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Santa Rita will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Bisbee at 5:30 p.m. on January 5, 2024. Santa Cruz Valley won't have much time to rest: their next game is against BASIS Phoenix at 5:30 p.m. on December 15th. BASIS Phoenix presents a significant challenge as they come into the match much higher ranked than Santa Cruz Valley in Arizona (BASIS Phoenix is ranked 123rd, while Santa Cruz Valley is ranked 256th).
