Fort Lupton was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their seventh straight defeat. They took a 48-34 bruising from the Conifer Lobos. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Bluedevils of the 34-27 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in November of 2023.
| 01/08/25 @ Conifer | 3 |
| 01/25/24 vs KIPP Denver Collegiate | 2 |
| 01/23/24 @ Middle Park | 2 |
| 12/14/24 vs The Academy | 1 |
| 12/13/24 vs Eagle Ridge Academy | 1 |
Fort Lupton's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Daniella Aviles, who posted 11 points in addition to six rebounds and five steals, and Marely Gomez, who scored 12 points. The dominant performance also gave Aviles a new career-high in blocks (three). Another player making a difference was Maddie Beverly, who had three points along with six boards and six steals.
Conifer got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Finley Johnson out in front who earned 11 points and eight rebounds. Bree Leslie was another key player, almost dropping a double-double on nine points and ten boards.
Fort Lupton's loss dropped their record down to 1-7. As for Conifer, they pushed their record up to 8-2 with the win, which was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season.
Coincidentally, the two teams will both be playing Alameda the next time they take the court. Fort Lupton will head out to face Alameda on Friday, while Conifer will head out to face them at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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