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Deneli Salazar Scored Eight Goals in West Covina’s 18-12 Victory Over Godinez in First Round of CIF D-5 Playoffs

Feb 06 2025 02:28:22

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)

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