Rio Vista was the 70-45 winner over Highlands when they last played one another back in February of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Rio Vista Rams came up short against the Highlands Scots on Friday, falling 64-44. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Rams have suffered against the Scots since February 7, 2020.
Rio Vista's loss shouldn't obscure the performances of Luke Fortes, who went 6 for 14 on his way to 14 points in addition to six rebounds and three steals, and Isaiah Holley, who posted 17 points and six boards. That was a full 38.6% of Rio Vista's points, marking the fourth time in a row he's put up more than a third of the team's points. Peter Schultz was another key player, putting up six points.
Rams
| 01/19/24 @ San Juan | 25 |
| 02/02/24 vs Highlands | 24 |
| 01/12/24 vs Vacaville Christian | 20 |
| 01/17/25 @ Highlands | 10 |
| 12/29/23 vs Denair | 20 |
Even though they lost, Rio Vista smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with ten offensive boards. That's the most offensive rebounds they've posted since back in February of 2024.
Rio Vista's defeat dropped their record down to 5-12. As for Highlands, they pushed their record up to 9-4 with the victory, which was their fourth straight at home.
When Rio Vista and Highlands next hit the court, they'll be up against teams who recently just can't seem to lose. Rio Vista will challenge Woodland Christian and their five-game winning streak at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Highlands will try to stop Vacaville Christian's four-game winning streak when the meet at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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