In a thrilling showdown at the Class 4A Southern Region boys basketball quarterfinals, Sierra Vista emerged victorious over Valley with a final score of 85-70. The standout performance of EJ Dacuma, who scored 25 points, including an impressive 13 points in the first quarter, propelled Sierra Vista to secure the win. Colton Knoll contributed 20 points to the Mountain Lions’ score, while Jevon Yapi added 17 points, further solidifying their lead.
Sierra Vista is now set to host Legacy in the upcoming semifinal match on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. The anticipation is high as fans eagerly await the next chapter in this gripping basketball tournament. The energy on the court is palpable, with each team vying for a chance to advance and secure their spot in the finals.
Legacy also showcased their prowess on the court, with a remarkable victory over Palo Verde with a final score of 74-59. Jordyn Perdue led the charge for the Longhorns with 14 points, supported by D’Anthony Rabb, Chris Riley, and Grayson Williams, who contributed significantly to their team’s success.
Rancho delivered an impressive performance as well, defeating Losee with a final score of 68-59. Jakoi Lide’s standout performance with 24 points led the Rams to victory, supported by Destiny Teah and Jailen Childress, who also made notable contributions to their team’s success.
Clark secured a decisive victory over Green Valley with a final score of 73-43, further showcasing the competitive spirit and skill displayed by all teams in the tournament. The Chargers’ advancement to the next round sets the stage for even more thrilling matchups as the competition heats up.
Moving on to the Class 4A Southern Region girls basketball playoffs, Legacy continued their winning streak with a dominant performance against Canyon Springs, securing a 65-40 victory. Alabama Nieves stood out with 24 points and five rebounds, leading the Longhorns to another impressive win. Trista Mabry and Ajalee Williams also made significant contributions to their team’s success, highlighting the depth of talent on the Legacy roster.
Basic advanced to the next round with a hard-fought victory over Sierra Vista, with a final score of 50-45. The Wolves’ determination and skill were on full display as they secured their spot in the semifinals, setting the stage for an exciting matchup in the upcoming rounds.
Foothill delivered a commanding performance, defeating Rancho with a final score of 63-36. Stephanie Ezugha’s 14 points and 13 rebounds were instrumental in the Falcons’ victory, showcasing the team’s resilience and talent on the court.
Losee also secured a spot in the next round with a 47-33 victory over Western, further highlighting the competitive nature of the tournament and the fierce determination of all teams vying for a shot at the championship title.
In the Class 3A Southern Region girls basketball playoffs, Mater East clinched a victory over The Meadows with a final score of 58-29. Myla Faught and Amijah Macon led the Knights to success, showcasing their skill and teamwork on the court.
SLAM Nevada secured a decisive win over Cadence with a final score of 51-14, further underlining the competitive spirit and talent displayed by all teams in the tournament. The Bulls’ advancement to the next round sets the stage for even more thrilling matchups as the competition intensifies.
Moapa Valley delivered an impressive performance, defeating Boulder City with a final score of 65-39. Claire Cox and Rebekah Jensen led the Pirates to victory, highlighting the depth of talent and determination on the Moapa Valley roster.
The action-packed Class 5A state flag football playoffs saw Palo Verde emerge victorious over Basic with a final score of 33-12. Samantha Manzo’s standout performance, with 159 rushing yards and a crucial interception return, propelled the Panthers to a resounding win. Madeline West also made significant contributions to Palo Verde’s success, showcasing the team’s tenacity and skill on the field.
Shadow Ridge secured a commanding victory over Las Vegas with a final score of 32-0, further highlighting the competitive nature of the flag football playoffs and the impressive talent displayed by all teams competing for the championship title. Savanna McDow’s stellar performance and Jaylani Palmer’s offensive prowess were instrumental in the Mustangs’ success, setting the stage for an exciting semifinal matchup.
Desert Oasis delivered a dominant performance, defeating Tech with a final score of 33-13. Akemi Higa’s exceptional performance, with two passing touchdowns and two rushing touchdowns, led the Diamondbacks to victory, underscoring the team’s skill and determination on the field.
Boulder City secured a victory over Democracy Prep by forfeit, further showcasing the Eagles’ strength and resilience in the flag football playoffs. The team’s advancement to the semifinals sets the stage for another thrilling matchup as they continue their quest for the championship title.
Mater East displayed their prowess on the field, clinching a victory over SLAM Nevada with a final score of 30-6. Cheyanne Thornhill’s stellar performance, with three passing touchdowns and a rushing touchdown, highlighted the Knights’ skill and teamwork, setting the stage for an exciting semifinal showdown.
Sloan Canyon delivered an impressive performance, defeating Moapa Valley with a final score of 38-12. Tehani Shigematsu’s exceptional performance and Manahere Peters’ offensive prowess were key in the Pirates’ victory, further showcasing the team’s talent and determination on the field.
Virgin Valley emerged victorious over Western with a final score of 45-0, further solidifying the Bulldogs’ dominance in the flag football playoffs. Davie Slack’s stellar performance and Linita Kioa’s standout defense were instrumental in the Bulldogs’ success, highlighting the team’s skill and tenacity as they advance to the next round.
