Cabrillo extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 16 on Friday, dropping them down to 0-15. They had to suffer through a 69-32 loss at the hands of the Santa Ynez Pirates. While losing is never fun, the Conquistadores can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California basketball rankings (they are ranked 981st, while the Pirates are ranked 409th).
As for Santa Ynez, their victory was their first in the league, bumping their league record up to 1-2 and their overall record up to 9-6. They have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won six contests by 22 points or more this season.
Santa Ynez's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Helina Pecile led the charge by dropping a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds. What's more, Pecile racked up eight steals, the most she's had since back in February of 2025. Rylan Agin was another key player, putting up 12 points in addition to eight boards and six assists.
Cabrillo has already played their next game, a 55-21 defeat against Morro Bay on the 20th. As for Santa Ynez, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next matchup, a 51-45 win against Atascadero on the 20th.
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