While El Dorado didn't have the best season last year (they finished 13-18), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past. They took a hard 51-33 fall against the Ironwood Ridge Nighthawks on Friday. While losing is never fun, the Aztecs can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' basketball rankings in their respective home states (they are ranked 649th in Texas, while the Nighthawks are ranked 53rd in Arizona).
Despite the loss, El Dorado had strong showings from Aralyn Nahle, who earned 14 points, and Maile Ahia, who posted six points in addition to six rebounds and two steals. What's more, Nahle also racked up three offensive rebounds, the most she's had since back in December of 2023.
Ironwood Ridge found their leader in sophomore Jaidyn Saucedo, who went 6 for 12 en route to 18 points plus six assists and three steals. Molly Walter was another key player, almost dropping a double-double on nine points and 13 rebounds.
El Dorado has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-5 record this season. As for Ironwood Ridge, the win snapped their losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 3-4 record.
El Dorado wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next game, a 56-40 defeat against Montwood on the 6th. Ironwood Ridge has also already played their next match, a 50-35 victory against El Paso on the 6th.
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