Canyon Hills and El Cajon Valley squared off in some playoff action on Thursday, but Canyon Hills had to settle for second. They came up short against the El Cajon Valley Braves, falling 50-24. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Braves this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 50-34 back in November of 2024.
Canyon Hills' defeat came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Kiana Shakespeare, who posted four points. Another player making a difference was Sophia Wilson, who had six points along with eight boards and five steals.
Even though they lost, Canyon Hills smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 12 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 12 offensive rebounds in six consecutive contests.
El Cajon Valley got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was McKinley Morgan out in front who to rack up 18 points in addition to eight rebounds and seven steals. Morgan is becoming a predictor of El Cajon Valley's success: when she posts at least three steals the team is 16-5 (and 2-4 when she doesn't). Asia Marie Dixon was another key player, dropping a double-double with 17 points and ten boards.
Canyon Hills' loss dropped their record down to 18-11. As for El Cajon Valley, they are on a roll lately: they've won eight of their last ten games. That's provided a nice bump to their 18-9 record this season.
Canyon Hills does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for El Cajon Valley, they will welcome Escondido at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Both teams are headed into the matchup with plenty of momentum (El Cajon Valley has won six straight at home, while Escondido won five straight on the road), something that'll have to change.
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