The Spanish Springs varsity basketball team (Sparks, NV) will host McQueen (Reno, NV) in a home playoff game today at 7 PM. This matchup is part of the **2025 NIAA Girls Basketball Playoffs – 4A North Girls Basketball** tournament.

Spanish Springs vs McQueen Girls Basketball Playoff Game Info:

What: Nevada High School Girls Basketball Playoff
Who: Spanish Springs vs McQueen
When: Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Time: 7 PM
Bracket: 2025 NIAA Girls Basketball Playoffs – 4A North Girls Basketball
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Game preview: Spanish Springs vs McQueen

The McQueen Lancers and Spanish Springs Cougars are set to face off in a high-stakes playoff matchup, but if the regular season is any indication, Spanish Springs enters as the clear favorite. The two teams have met twice this season, with the Cougars winning both matchups in dominant fashion—63-29 on January 10 and 62-26 on February 4. With the teams set to battle again, McQueen faces a massive challenge against one of Nevada’s top programs.

A Tale of Two Seasons

The disparity between these two teams is evident in their records. Spanish Springs boasts an impressive 19-5 overall record with a 15-1 mark in league play, earning them a .792 winning percentage. Their only league loss came against Reno, a top-tier team in the division. Meanwhile, McQueen has struggled throughout the season, finishing 4-22 overall and 0-16 in league play, with a mere .154 winning percentage.

Spanish Springs has been dominant in nearly every statistical category. The Cougars average 53.0 points per game, while McQueen puts up just 39.1. Spanish Springs also leads in assists (13.0 to 6.0), steals (15.9 to 8.9), and blocks (1.7 to 1.0). McQueen’s biggest strength lies in rebounding, where they hold a slight edge at 26.8 per game compared to Spanish Springs’ 24.7.

Dominant Head-to-Head Battles

In their previous meetings, Spanish Springs completely controlled the pace of the game:

• January 10 (63-29, Spanish Springs Win)
  The Cougars jumped out to a 20-4 lead in the first quarter and never looked back. McQueen struggled to generate offense, scoring just 10 points in the first half. Meanwhile, Spanish Springs capitalized on their aggressive defense and transition play, coasting to a 34-point win.

• February 4 (62-26, Spanish Springs Win)
  The second matchup was even more lopsided. Spanish Springs held McQueen to just two points in the second quarter and outscored them 22-5 in the third, sealing the game early. The Cougars’ defense suffocated McQueen, forcing multiple turnovers and converting them into fast-break points.

Key Players to Watch

For McQueen, Audrey Baumgardner leads the team in scoring at 7.3 points per game, while Izzy Richards anchors the glass with 5.5 rebounds per game. However, the Lancers have struggled to find consistent scoring options beyond Baumgardner.

Spanish Springs, on the other hand, has a well-balanced attack. Aaliyah Vance is the team’s leading scorer with 14.1 points per game, while Brooklyn Doyle contributes on the boards with 5.3 rebounds per game. Mackenzie Chase serves as the team’s floor general, averaging 4.0 assists and 3.5 steals per game.

Playoff Implications

McQueen enters the postseason as a heavy underdog, but anything can happen in the playoffs. If they hope to pull off an upset, they must:

• Slow the pace – Spanish Springs thrives in transition; McQueen needs to limit turnovers.
• Find offense outside of Baumgardner – One player alone won’t be enough to outscore the Cougars.
• Dominate the boards – Their slight rebounding edge could be a key to second-chance opportunities.

For Spanish Springs, the strategy is simple: keep doing what they’ve done all season. If they play to their strengths—high-pressure defense, efficient ball movement, and fast-break scoring—they should move on to the next round with ease.

The teams tip off tonight at 7 PM at Spanish Springs. Can McQueen defy the odds, or will Spanish Springs continue their dominance? The stage is set for an exciting playoff battle.