Girls Water Polo:
West Covina opened the CIF-SS Division 5 playoffs in dominating form.
The Bulldogs led Godinez, 11-3, at the half, and they went on to claim an 18-12 victory.
With an 11-point advantage through three periods, WCHS allowed their JV players to get some crucial postseason experience.
Deneli Salazar actually outscored Godinez, 8-7, by herself.
Madison Vasquez chipped in with four goals and Gracie Jimenez had three.
Marisa Lemus blocked 12 of the 17 shots that came her way.
Up next: The Bulldogs host El Modena on Friday at 5.
EMHS edged Valencia of Placentia, 4-2, in their opening-round contest.
Box Score:
GF: 2-1-2-7-(12)
WC: 5-6-5-2-(18)
West Covina scoring: Deneli Salazar 8, Madison Vasquez 4, Gracie Jimenez 3, AnneMarie Espericuela 1, Marilyn Ortega 1, Maegan Harris 1
Records: Godinez (10-7); West Covina (18-8)