Bulldogs triumphant over Wolverines

Basketball team wins against Tolleson Union High School

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Victor M. Venegas, Sports Editor

On Monday December 13th the Sierra Linda Bulldogs faced off against district foes the Tolleson Union Wolverines at home winning 49-41.

“I feel good, it’s always fun to play neighborhood schools. It was a battle and we survived it” said Coach Joshua Haagensen

This district game was well awaited by not only the players

but by the fans as well. The game started off with the Bulldogs taking the lead early in the game, keeping it just out of reach of the Wolverines.  Sierra Linda kept their offense moving not allowing Tolleson to get to ahead of them. At the end of the first half Sierra Linda was up 14-10

Returning from the locker rooms Sierra Linda began working more together, looking for open players to move the ball around the court. Quickly pushing their lead higher and never looking back. Tolleson began catching up to the Bulldogs scoring quickly and swiftly. In the last minutes of the game Sierra Linda scored two needed lay ups to grab the win.

Scoring leaders of the game were seniors Kacy T. with 12 points and Dominique B. with 8 points.

“I feel good, we played good, but we have to work on our defense “said sophomore forward Jose F.

Both teams rushing for the rebound after junior Dontae A. shoots a free throw
Both teams rushing for the rebound after junior Dontae A. shoots a free throw
Coach Haagensen watching his team from the sidelines.
Coach Haagensen watching his team from the sidelines.