Solano Women's Basketball Outlasts Siskiyous in Hard-Fought Victory

FAIRFIELD, Calif. – The Solano Falcons secured a crucial 74-64 win against the Siskiyous Eagles on November 22, 2024, in a battle marked by standout performances, gritty defense, and key fourth-quarter contributions.

Game Summary

Solano (1-4) capitalized on an early advantage, leading 39-30 after the first quarter. Despite a scoreless second quarter for both teams, the Falcons' defense held strong, limiting Siskiyous (3-2) to only 20 points in the third quarter while adding 16 of their own. In the fourth, Solano's balanced scoring and composure sealed the deal as they outscored the Eagles 19-14.

Key Performances

For Solano, Tyliyah Grady dominated with a game-high 22 points on 8-of-16 shooting, including three three-pointers. Her versatility shone through as she added four rebounds and one steal while committing just two fouls. Samantha Miller and Hillary Steinman contributed 12 points each, combining for five three-pointers and providing consistent scoring throughout. The Falcons also benefited from Kimani Wilburn's 7-point, 8-rebound performance, which anchored their defensive efforts.

Team Stats

• Field Goal Percentage: Solano (38.4%) outshot Siskiyous (29.3%), including a 33.3% performance from beyond the arc.
• Rebounds: Siskiyous dominated the boards 54-44, with Samantha Freitas and Hubbard combining for 18 rebounds.
• Assists: Solano's ball movement was key, with 13 assists led by Lucia Alexander's five dimes.

Next Steps

Solano will aim to build on this victory as they look for consistency moving forward, they will travel to Santa Rosa JC on Tuesday to face the Bear Cubs.