Sacramento City Survives Late Challenge to Defeat Siskiyous 78-71

On November 9, 2024, Sacramento City triumphed over Siskiyous with a 78-71 victory at the North Gym, improving their record to 3-2. Despite a valiant effort by Siskiyous, especially from Kamaya Jones, who scored 30 points, Sacramento City's balanced attack and key contributions from multiple players secured the win.

First Half: Tight Battle, Sacramento City Leads

Siskiyous came out strong in the opening quarter, building a 21-20 lead midway through the first period. However, Sacramento City's offensive depth, led by Jones' shooting, gave them a slight edge heading into the second quarter. Sacramento City held a 23-21 lead at the end of the first, and both teams traded baskets through much of the second. The teams were evenly matched, but Sacramento City managed to maintain a narrow 38-35 lead at halftime.

Siskiyous, led by Samantha Freitas (13 points, 13 rebounds) and Alexes Collier (14 points), struggled with their shooting, particularly from beyond the arc (6-30 for the game). Their effort was strong, but Sacramento City's defense kept them from breaking free.

Second Half: Sacramento City Pulls Away

In the second half, Sacramento City's offense began to click. Kamaya Jones continued to dominate, adding 19 more points to her total and finishing with 30 points overall, including five three-pointers. Sacramento City increased their lead in the third quarter, outscoring Siskiyous 19-18, and extended their advantage with a strong final quarter, 21-18.

Kyshanti King also played a critical role, contributing 17 points in 33 minutes, and Madeline Young added 10 points and 6 rebounds. Despite strong efforts from Siskiyous' Grace Hubbard (12 points, 7 rebounds) and Tatum Allen, who had 7 points, Siskiyous couldn't close the gap.

Key Performances

Siskiyous: Kamaya Jones led Sacramento City with 30 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists. Kyshanti King added 17 points, and Madeline Young chipped in with 10 points and 6 rebounds. Joyce Mulumba contributed with 10 points and 9 rebounds.

Siskiyous: Grace Hubbard was a key player for Siskiyous with 12 points and 7 rebounds, while Samantha Freitas had a double-double, scoring 13 points and grabbing 13 rebounds. Alexes Collier added 14 points in a strong offensive effort.

Team Stats

Sacramento City: 28-67 (41.8% FG), 9-26 (34.6% 3P), 13-26 (50.0% FT)

Siskiyous: 28-73 (38.4% FG), 6-30 (20.0% 3P), 9-20 (45.0% FT)