Taft College Cougars Basketball Dominate Against Monterey Peninsula
| Final | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
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4 | 2 | 8 | 9 | 23 |
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18 | 27 | 18 | 24 | 87 |
Team Stats
Monterey Peninsula
| Game Statistics | Monterey Peninsula | Taft |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | (9-41) | (37-92) |
| Field Goal % | 22.0% | 40.2% |
| Rebounds | 35 | 47 |
| Assists | 8 | 23 |
| Turnovers | 52 | 19 |
In an impressive display of skills and team coordination, the Taft College Cougars women's basketball team secured a resounding victory over the Monterey Peninsula College Lobos on December 5, 2025, at their home court in Taft, CA. The game, which was the first of the Taft College Crossover event, ended with a dominating score of 87-23 in favor of the Cougars.
The first quarter set the tone for the rest of the game, as Taft College quickly overcame an early 4-point lead by Monterey Peninsula. Key plays included Laila Gines and Aubrey Aldan hitting crucial three-pointers, while Madyn Kassatly's scoring drive helped the team pull ahead. By the end of the quarter, Taft College led 18-4, thanks to a significant play involving a steal and assist by Ella Waufle to Kassatly.
In the second quarter, the Cougars continued their domination with consistent scoring performances from Kimiko Kennedy and Madyn Kassatly. Tiara Jackson led the defensive efforts, causing multiple turnovers. By halftime, Taft College had extended their lead significantly, with the scoreboard reading 45-6.
The third quarter saw continued dominance by Taft with contributions from Brooklyn Larsen and the consistent scoring of Laila Gines. The relentless defense, spearheaded by Jackson's multiple steals, expanded their lead to 63-14 at the end of the period.
Concluding the game, the fourth quarter highlighted the depth of the Cougars bench, with Brooklyn Larsen and Nasia Thompson making significant contributions. The final push increased the lead beyond 60 points, culminating in an 87-23 final score.
Madyn Kassatly was the game's top performer, amassing 21 points, 12 rebounds, and contributing to the team's solid defense. Other notable performances included Ella Waufle's 12 assists that facilitated key plays throughout the game. Freshman Aubrey Aldan praised the team's efforts, emphasizing that the defensive strategy played a critical role in their success. With this victory, the Taft College Cougars maintain a perfect season record of 10-0.