SURPRISE, Ariz. — The OUAZ Spirit women's basketball team faced a tough, physical test against the Taylor Trojans in a game marked by constant contact and momentum swings. The Spirit matched Taylor's intensity early, but the Trojans gradually took control as the game wore on, making it a challenging afternoon for OUAZ.
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1st quarter (14-11): The opening quarter was a back-and-forth battle, with both teams trading baskets and physical play. Tiana Sledge contributed 4 points and 2 rebounds, while Brianna Humphries matched her with 4 points and added 5 rebounds to help the Spirit stay even early.
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2nd quarter (25-25): The second quarter continued to see both teams locked in a close contest. Jana Solee led the Spirit offense with 5 points, and Sledge stayed active on the glass, pulling down 3 rebounds as OUAZ remained within reach heading into halftime.
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3rd quarter (40-48): Momentum shifted in the third quarter as Taylor began to assert control. Charli Cook sparked the Spirit with a strong offensive showing, scoring 12 points and grabbing 3 rebounds, while Sledge added 5 more rebounds during the period. Despite the effort, Taylor pulled ahead.
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4th quarter (50-68): The Trojans maintained control in the final quarter, limiting OUAZ's comeback opportunities. Sledge continued her hustle on the boards with 5 rebounds, but Taylor's steady play down the stretch sealed the outcome.
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