This season hasn't been kind to the Saddleback Roadrunners, who are still winless after their 20th match. They were the victim of a rough 42-18 defeat at the hands of Costa Mesa on Thursday. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat Saddleback has suffered since December 19, 2023.
Costa Mesa found their leader in underclassman Emi Kamikihara, who scored 19 points along with five rebounds. Leilani Quero was another key contributor, scoring four points along with five steals.
Saddleback's defeat was their tenth straight at home, which dropped their record down to 0-20. As for Costa Mesa, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 7-18.
Saddleback will take on Santa Ana at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Santa Ana and Saddleback are at an even 5-5 over their past ten head-to-heads. As for Costa Mesa, they will be playing at home against Calvary Chapel at 5:30 p.m. on Monday.
