Palmview and Corpus Christi Veterans Memorial squared off in some playoff action on Monday, but Palmview had to settle for second. They fell 59-50 to the Eagles. While losing is never fun, the Lobos can’t take it too hard given the team’s big disadvantage in MaxPreps’ Texas basketball rankings (they are ranked 750th, while the Eagles are ranked 272nd).
Corpus Christi Veterans Memorial’s win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Amaris Alva, who posted 12 points and five boards. Thanks to that strong game, Alva now owns an excellent 45.2% shooting accuracy. Deanna Garcia was another key player, going 6-for-9 to rack up 15 points.
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The defeat snapped Palmview’s winning streak at five games and leaves them with a 21-14 record. As for Corpus Christi Veterans Memorial, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they’ve won 11 of their last 12 games. That’s provided a nice bump to their 25-10 record this season.
Palmview does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Corpus Christi Veterans Memorial, they will take on Harlingen South at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. The Hawks have been getting the ball to fall more lately as they’ve increased their point totals each of their last three games.
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