Maricopa is on a four-game streak of home losses, Vista Grande a seven-game streak of away losses, but someone's luck will change on Monday. The Maricopa Rams will host the Vista Grande Spartans at 6:00 p.m. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this matchup.
Last Thursday, Maricopa was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 49-45 to Casa Grande.
| 01/23/25 @ Casa Grande | 18 |
| 12/02/24 @ Sunnyslope | 12 |
| 01/21/25 @ Canyon del Oro | 9 |
| 12/13/24 vs Walden Grove | 9 |
| 12/04/24 vs Desert View | 9 |
Maricopa might have lost, but man, Jenifer Gordoa was a machine: she dropped a double-double on 18 points and ten rebounds. Those 18 points gave Gordoa a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Jamyah Wilson, who posted nine points and six steals.
Even though they lost, Maricopa smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with ten offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive boards in five consecutive contests.
Meanwhile, Vista Grande was beaten by Catalina Foothills 54-15 on Thursday. While losing is never fun, the Spartans can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Arizona basketball rankings (they are ranked 203rd, while the Falcons are ranked 32nd).
Vista Grande's defeat dropped their record down to 6-13. As for Maricopa, their loss dropped their record down to 2-15.
Things could have been worse for Maricopa, but things could have been a whole lot better as they took a 61-44 loss to Vista Grande when the teams last played back in December of 2024. Will Maricopa have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.
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