Samueli Academy was handed a 24-point loss in their previous outing, but that didn't affect their clutch gene on Thursday. They had just enough and edged The Webb Schools Gauls out 26-23. This was payback for the Firewolves, who suffered a 48-37 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Among those leading the charge was Kennedy Cortez, who posted eight points. Another player making a difference was Joselyn Hernandez, who earned six points.
Pristine Thomas and Geniya Parker certainly did their best on Thursday to avoid the loss. Thomas had six points along with 16 rebounds and four steals, while Parker dropped a double-double on ten points and 13 boards. Thomas has been hot for a while, having posted two or more steals the last 14 times she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Christina Young, who put up no points and nine rebounds.
Samueli Academy's record is now 5-10. As for The Webb Schools, their loss was their sixth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 3-9.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Samueli Academy will host Newport Christian at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for The Webb Schools, they will welcome Carson at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday.
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