Taft College Cougars Win Championship in Porterville Crossover Showdown
| Final | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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5 | 10 | 8 | 10 | 33 |
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11 | 28 | 12 | 11 | 62 |
Team Stats
Feather River
| Game Statistics | Feather River | Taft |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | (10-54) | (21-70) |
| Field Goal % | 18.5% | 30.0% |
| Rebounds | 49 | 51 |
| Assists | 4 | 12 |
| Turnovers | 3 | 3 |
The Taft College Cougars showcased their basketball prowess in a decisive win against the Feather River College Golden Eagles at the Porterville Gym on November 8, 2025. The non-conference clash ended with the Cougars clinching a 62-33 victory, improving their season record to an impressive 4-0.
The game unfolded with Taft College taking an early lead in the first period. Kimiko Kennedy and Madyn Kassatly played pivotal roles, with Kennedy scoring the opening basket and executing a critical steal, while Kassatly propelled the team ahead with several key plays, including a significant scoring run. By the end of the first period, Taft College led 11-5. The second period saw Taft extending their lead significantly, highlighted by Ella Waufle with a three-pointer and strong contributions from Alabama Nieves. The defensive efforts were formidable, limiting Feather River's scoring opportunities majorly. At halftime, the score read Taft 39, Feather River 15.
The third period was dominated by Taft as Kassatly continued her excellent performance with adds in points and multiple steals. Alesha Gordon's defensive stop and a fast-break basket further exemplified Taft's game control, extending their lead to a massive 26 points by period's end, with the scoreboard at 51-23. The final period sealed the deal for Taft College, with persistent defense and contributions from players like Tiara Jackson and Aubrey Aldan, closing the game at 62-33.
The Cougars' dominance was reflected through top scorers Ella Waufle with 18 points, Madyn Kassatly with 14 points, and Alabama Nieves with 8 points. The defensive strategy, highlighted during the match, received praise from Coach Romeo Lagmay, Jr., who commended the team's execution and defensive pressure. Looking ahead, the Cougars are set to face Los Angeles Mission College on November 14, 2025, in Los Angeles, CA, hoping to continue their winning streak.