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Peninsula College Women Dominate Home Game; Men Fall in High-Scoring Battle

ByCoach

The Peninsula College basketball teams had an eventful week. The women’s team showcased their dominance after a long break, and the men’s team engaged in a high-scoring shootout.

Women’s Basketball: A Triumphant Return

The Peninsula College women’s basketball team demonstrated their resilience and skill. They overcame a 24-day winter break without missing a beat.

Their first game back saw them thrash Whatcom 85-34 on the road. They followed this with a commanding 87-59 victory over Edmonds in their first home game since early December.

Key Performances

The Pirates’ success was a team effort, with five players scoring in double figures:

  • Makena Patrick: 17 points, 8 rebounds, 4 steals
  • Carliese O’Brien: 14 points, 6 steals
  • Shania Moananu: 13 points, 6 assists
  • Ryana Moss: 11 points, 6 rebounds
  • Alexa Mackey: 12 points, 8 rebounds

Ciera Tugade Agasiva also made a significant contribution with 8 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists. The team’s cohesive performance propelled them to the top of the North Region standings, tied with Olympic.

Game Breakdown

The Pirates dominated from the start. They led 23-8 after the first quarter and extended their lead to 48-20 by halftime. Their relentless offense and staunch defense left Edmonds struggling to keep up. The final score of 87-59 reflects the Pirates’ superior play and strategic execution.

Men’s Basketball: A High-Scoring Battle

In contrast to the women’s team’s success, the Peninsula College men’s basketball team faced a tough challenge against Edmonds. Despite a strong second-half performance, the Pirates were unable to overcome a significant first-half deficit, ultimately losing 110-91.

Notable Players

Several players stood out for the Pirates:

  • Isaiah Lopez: 27 points, 5 three-pointers
  • Jaiden Blackmon: 15 points
  • Antonio Odum: 12 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists
  • Paxton Heitsch: 12 points
  • Akeem Sulaiman: 11 points

Deshawn Rushmeyer also contributed with 7 points and led the team with 7 rebounds. Despite their efforts, the Pirates were unable to close the gap established by Edmonds in the first half.

Game Analysis

The game was marked by high shooting percentages and a significant rebounding disparity. Edmonds shot 48.8% from the field, while the Pirates excelled at the free-throw line, hitting 88.5% of their attempts. However, Edmonds’ dominance on the boards proved to be the decisive factor. They out-rebounded the Pirates 45-26, including a 22-9 edge in offensive rebounds.

Looking Ahead

Both Peninsula College teams have upcoming games at Bellevue. The women’s team, currently 2-0 in the North Region and 11-2 overall, will look to continue their winning streak. The men’s team, standing at 0-2 in the region and 6-9 overall, will aim to bounce back from their recent loss.

Upcoming Games

The women’s team will face Bellevue at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, followed by the men’s game at 7 p.m. These matchups will be crucial for both teams as they seek to solidify their standings in the North Region.

For more detailed coverage of these exciting games, you can read the full article on Peninsula Daily News here.

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