It was a Battle of the Birds when Brackenridge took on Highlands on Friday. The Brackenridge Eagles came out on top against the Highlands Owls by a score of 53-41. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 45-42 back in December of 2024.
Brackenridge got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Ashlynn Cortinas out in front who posted 14 points in addition to eight boards and six assists. Sarah Arriaga was another key player, dropping a double-double on 17 points and 11 rebounds.
Eagles
| 01/17/25 @ Highlands | 53-41 |
| 01/14/25 vs Edison | 75-39 |
| 01/10/25 @ Seguin | 47-45 |
| 01/07/25 vs Jefferson | 62-35 |
| 01/03/25 vs Lanier | 63-25 |
| 12/31/24 @ Fox Tech | 75-25 |
Brackenridge smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 24 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive rebounds in 13 consecutive matches.
When it comes to explaining why Highlands lost, don't look at Elaya Walker. Despite the final result, she dropped a double-double on 13 points and 12 boards. The team also got some help courtesy of Savannah Gaskin, who put up four points.
Brackenridge has been performing well recently as they've won ten of their last 12 games, which provided a nice bump to their 18-13 record this season. The wins came thanks to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 60.0 points per game. As for Highlands, their loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 14-16.
When Brackenridge and Highlands next hit the court, they'll be up against teams who recently just can't seem to lose. Brackenridge will face off against Burbank and their six-game winning streak at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. Brackenridge is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 53.3 points per game this season. Meanwhile, Highlands will try to stop Sam Houston's 16-game winning streak when the meet at 8:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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