Game Recap: Solano vs. Las Positas
The Solano women's basketball team put on a dominant performance, securing a decisive victory 110-52 over Las Positas. With balanced scoring, strong rebounding, and efficient shooting, Solano showcased its depth and teamwork throughout the game.
Key Highlights:
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Star Performers:
- Tyliyah Grady (#4): Led the scoring charge with 26 points on an impressive 10-14 shooting, including a perfect 3-3 from beyond the arc. Her efficient offense set the tone for Solano.
- Megan Donnelly (#12): Notched a double-double with 23 points and 11 rebounds, shooting 7-14 from the field and 4-7 from three-point range.
- Natalia Sanchez (#11): Another double-double performer, tallying 11 points, 11 rebounds, and a team-high 6 assists, dominating the boards on both ends.
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Rebounding Dominance: Solano grabbed a total of 53 rebounds (20 offensive, 33 defensive), with significant contributions from Sanchez, Donnelly, and Kimani Wilburn (#32), who each had 11 boards.
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Team Depth:
- Reserves like Hillary Steinman (#2) and Kimani Wilburn added crucial points off the bench, with Wilburn also recording a double-double (15 points, 11 rebounds).
- Bench contributions totaled 41 points, demonstrating the team's well-rounded roster.
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Shooting Efficiency: Solano shot 44.1% from the field and 42.9% from three-point range, making 9 of 21 attempts from beyond the arc. Their free-throw shooting was solid at 76% (19-25).
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Defensive Intensity: Solano forced turnovers and recorded 13 steals, disrupting Las Positas' offensive rhythm and capitalizing on their mistakes.