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Women's Water Polo Caps Off A Successful Weekend Against West Valley

Sophomore key players Lexi Baldwin (4) and Nicole Groat (11) on the offensive attack for the Bear Cubs. Photo by Haley Jacobson
Sophomore key players Lexi Baldwin (4) and Nicole Groat (11) on the offensive attack for the Bear Cubs. Photo by Haley Jacobson

Bear Cubs take the win in a battle against the West Valley Vikings in the final game of the Crossover Tournament at Foothill College. Santa Rosa took the early lead with 6 goals to 3 at halftime. After a grudge match, West Valley made a comeback to bring themselves within one goal of the Bear Cubs at the end of the third quarter. An impressive defensive effort by Lexi Baldwin held the Vikings to only 2 goals in the 4th quarter which allowed Santa Rosa to extend their lead by adding 3 goals for the final victory score of 10-8. Christine Lewis came up big in the cage with 16 saves, 2 steals, and an assist. Team captain and offensive leader Nicole Groat had a record breaking 8 goals in the win. Sophomores Baldwin and Amy Rider tallied 1 goal each.