Solano College Women’s Basketball Triumphs Over Yuba in Local Showdown
Recent local basketball matchups have been nothing short of thrilling. Teams from Solano College, ELITE High, and Benicia High brought their talent and determination to the court.
The Solano College women’s basketball team triumphed over Yuba with a decisive 84-67 victory. The men’s team, though, faced a tough 84-52 loss.
ELITE High boys basketball squeezed out a narrow win against Envision Academy. Benicia High boys basketball team struggled against Liberty.
Solano College Women’s Basketball Team Shines
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Solano College women’s basketball delivered an impressive performance, defeating Yuba 84-67. Natalia Sanchez led the Falcons with 30 points, nine rebounds, and five steals.
Her energy set the tone and made a huge difference. Honestly, it felt like she was everywhere on the court.
Key Players and Stats
Other players also stepped up in big ways:
- Lucia Alexander: 12 points, six rebounds
- Jaylen Kuehnel: 11 points, eight steals
- Hillary Steinman: 10 points, three steals
- Natalie Chavez: 10 points
- Abril Gutierrez: Seven rebounds off the bench
- Ciara Miller: Four points off the bench
With these efforts, the team kept up momentum on both offense and defense. Solano now sits at 7-8 overall and faces Laney next.
Solano College Men’s Basketball Team Faces Challenges
Solano College men’s basketball had a rough night against Yuba, losing 84-52. The Falcons trailed by 19 at halftime and just couldn’t close the gap.
Standout Performances
Still, a few players managed to stand out:
- Dominick Dennis: 13 points, 11 rebounds
- Trevor Morris: 12 points, five rebounds
- Easton Valenzuela: Nine points off the bench
- Nicko Ignacio: Nine points off the bench
- Eric Lacy: One blocked shot
They showed resilience, even with the game slipping away. The Falcons are now 3-11 overall and 0-2 in the Bay Valley Conference, with Alameda up next.
ELITE High Boys Basketball Team Triumphs
ELITE High boys basketball fought hard for a 50-44 win over Envision Academy. The game really tested the team’s grit under pressure.
Key Contributors
Omar Kirby led with 13 points, four rebounds, and two steals. Other key contributors included:
- Charles Foreman: 10 points, four steals
- Ma’kai Little: Seven points, four assists
- Henry Cooper: Six points
- Markeem Davis: Five points, six rebounds
These efforts pushed the Eagles to a 6-5 overall record. They’ll try to keep the streak alive at home against Fortune Early College.
Benicia High Boys Basketball Team Struggles
Benicia High boys basketball ran into trouble against Liberty, losing 80-38. The game made it pretty clear where the team needs to improve if they want to compete moving forward.
Looking Ahead
Even after the loss, the Panthers aren’t giving up. They’ve got a 3-6 record right now, but they’re looking ahead to their next matchup against American Canyon.
They’re hoping to flip the script, find some rhythm, and maybe—just maybe—spark a turnaround for the rest of their season.
For more detailed coverage, check out the full article on the Times-Herald website.