Lathrop proved they can win big last Tuesday (they won by 29) and on Thursday they proved they can win the close ones too. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Livingston Wolves, sneaking past 38-36. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 38-33 back in January.
Shakara Porter
| 02/06/25 @ Livingston | 2 |
| 02/04/25 vs Johansen | 8 |
| 02/03/25 vs Ceres | 3 |
| 01/30/25 @ Grace Davis | 4 |
| 01/28/25 vs Pacheco | 7 |
| + 7 more games |
Lathrop was led to victory by Faith Allen and Shakara Porter. Allen went 5 for 9 to rack up 13 points along with five boards and three steals, while Porter posted ten points in addition to six rebounds and three blocks. Porter has been hot for a while, having also posted two or more steals the last 12 times she's played. Audrina Fisher was another key player, putting up nine points and five rebounds.
Lathrop smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 13 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 13 offensive rebounds in four consecutive matches.
When it comes to explaining why Livingston lost, don't look at Isabella Zazueta. Despite the final result, she went 10 of 23 on her way to 28 points and five boards. That's the most points Zazueta has posted since back in November of 2023. The team also got some help courtesy of Tatianna Alvarez, who earned six points and three steals.
Lathrop's victory bumped their record up to 12-14. As for Livingston, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost five of their last six games, which put a noticeable dent in their 10-14 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Lathrop will head out to square off against Central Valley at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Lathrop is facing Central Valley at the right time seeing as Central Valley is stuck on a seven-game losing streak. As for Livingston, they are taking a road trip to face off against Johansen at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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