The Aptos (CA) varsity water polo team will play a home playoff game against Morro Bay (CA) today at 10 a.m. as part of the 2024 CIF NorCal Girls Water Polo Championships – Division III tournament.
Morro Bay vs Aptos Water Polo Game Info:
What: California High School Girls Water Polo
Who: Morro Bay vs Aptos
When: Saturday, November 23, 2024
Time: 10 AM
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Game preview: Morro Bay vs Aptos
As the postseason intensifies, the Morro Bay and Aptos varsity girls’ water polo teams are set to face off in an exciting playoff matchup today at 10:00 AM. Both teams have had impressive seasons, with Morro Bay boasting a 20-10 overall record and Aptos closely trailing with a 19-10 record. However, Aptos comes in with momentum, having defeated Morro Bay 13-7 in their last meeting just a month ago, on October 4.
Morro Bay’s Performance Overview
Morro Bay has had a solid season, finishing with a 20-10 overall record. The team has faced ups and downs throughout the year, posting a 3-5 league record, but they’ve demonstrated strong performances at home with a 7-4 record. Their scoring averages show that Morro Bay has a steady attack, averaging 9.7 goals per game with a solid first-quarter effort of 3.7 goals. However, they have struggled in the second half of games, with scoring averages of just 2.7 in the second quarter, 2.0 in the third, and 1.8 in the fourth.
Top scorer for Morro Bay is Ava Beckett (#8), who has tallied 31 goals this season. In addition to Beckett’s offensive contributions, Tessa Standrige leads in assists with six and steals with 15. Morro Bay has scored 79 goals and earned 27 assists in the season, with 94 shots and 48 steals.
Aptos’ Strong Season
Aptos has had a slightly better overall performance with a 19-10 record, including an impressive 7-4 league finish. Their scoring averages are close to Morro Bay’s, with Aptos averaging 8.8 goals per game. The team has been more consistent across all four quarters, averaging at least 2.3 goals in each period, and they have been particularly strong in the second half of games.
Aptos’ leader on offense is Adelaide Friedley (#6), who has netted 47 goals this season. The team also relies on standout players like Adriana Santillano (#2), with 28 assists, and Madi Knudsen (#8), who has recorded 71 shots. Aptos has accumulated 227 goals, 180 assists, and 396 shots, along with 240 steals throughout the season, reflecting their dynamic and aggressive playing style.
Head-to-Head and Common Opponents
When these two teams met earlier in the season, Aptos emerged victorious, winning by a 13-7 margin. Morro Bay will be seeking redemption in this playoff match, as they are coming off a solid season with key victories, including wins against teams like San Luis Obispo and Tulare Western.
Both teams have faced several common opponents this season, including San Luis Obispo and Tulare Western. Morro Bay holds a 4-2 record against common opponents, while Aptos has a slightly better 2-1 mark in these matchups. The overall results of these games suggest that both teams are evenly matched and have the potential to succeed in this playoff showdown.
Key Players to Watch
For Morro Bay, the duo of Ava Beckett and Tessa Standrige will be crucial to their success, as their leadership and defensive skills will need to shine. On the other side, Aptos will be looking to Friedley, Santillano, and Knudsen to keep their offense clicking and capitalize on opportunities in the pool.
Playoff Outlook
With both teams evenly matched in terms of records, scoring averages, and common opponents, this game is set to be a thrilling contest. Aptos enters as the favorite due to their recent victory over Morro Bay, but Morro Bay’s resilient play and strong team dynamic could allow them to pull off an upset.
The outcome of this game will likely depend on which team can maintain their composure throughout all four quarters and make the most of scoring opportunities.
This playoff match will be a must-watch for fans of high school water polo, with both teams bringing their best to the pool.
