The Nueva School came into Thursday's contest having lost seven straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They blew past the KIPP San Jose Collegiate Wolfpack 46-19 on Thursday. The Mavericks' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
The Nueva School's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Willa Beard led the charge by putting up 13 points. Beard continues to improve, besting her previous point total in each of the last three games she's played. Siana Kapoor was another key player, posting 14 points and five rebounds.
Mavericks
| 01/11/24 vs Kehillah | 20 |
| 01/09/24 @ San Francisco Christian | 18 |
| 12/19/24 vs KIPP San Jose Collegiate | 17 |
| 01/24/24 @ Pacific Bay Christian | 15 |
| 01/10/24 @ Design Tech | 14 |
The Nueva School smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 17 offensive rebounds. That's the most offensive boards they've posted since back in January.
The Nueva School's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-6. As for KIPP San Jose Collegiate, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 2-6.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. The Nueva School will get to enjoy the win for a while: their next game is against Pescadero at 5:00 p.m. on January 8, 2025. As for KIPP San Jose Collegiate, they won't have much time to rest: their next match is against Eastside College Prep at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Eastside College Prep will roll in looking for their eighth straight victory, something KIPP San Jose Collegiate surely won't give up without a fight.
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