On Friday, January 26, 2024, the Junior Varsity girls played against Cotulla. The girls came out with so much energy and effort and played a very great first half, outscoring Cotulla in the first and second periods. The defense stepped up in the first half. Coach Martinez stated, “I was very impressed with how the girls took control of the game, moving the ball, and finding open teammates for open shots." On Defense, the girls were on fire, pressuring Cotulla's offense, creating turnovers, and executing great passes for open layups. The halftime score was Lytle 19 - Cotulla 10. In the second half, the girls continued to play hard. Cotulla came out on fire and made a little run at the end of the third period. The girls played with a steady head and maintained the lead throughout the fourth period. At the end of the game, the score was Lytle 25 - Cotulla 23.
Game Stats:
- Genesis Martinez scored 17 points, 6 steals and 5 deflections.
- Sofia Stewart added 3 points, 5 rebounds and 3 deflections.
- Jaylynn Villereal had 3 points, 5 steals and 4 deflections.
- Jovi Velasquez added 2 points and 4 rebounds.
- Cayliegh Smith added 7 rebounds, 3 blocks and 1 steal.
- Clair Canales had 6 rebounds, 2 blocks and 2 steals.
There will be NO game on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, vs Dilley. On Friday, February 2, 2024, the girls will play against Hondo here at home.
GO PIRATES!