Trojans Battle #4 Peninsula, Fall 60–47 in Gritty Home Effort

Everett, WA - Facing one of the hottest teams in the league, Everett Community College women's basketball showed resilience and fight against conference-leading Peninsula before coming up short, 60–47, on Wednesday night. Despite entering the contest as heavy underdogs, the Trojans went toe-to-toe early and led after the first quarter, pushing the undefeated Pirates well into the second half before Peninsula's depth took over late.

Everett set the tone defensively in the opening period, holding Peninsula to just eight points in the first quarter and taking a 10–8 lead. The Trojans matched the Pirates point-for-point in the second quarter, going into halftime tied 25–25 and proving they belonged on the floor with the North's top team.

Freshman guard Myah Galdeira delivered a standout performance, pouring in a game-high 25 points on an efficient 6-of-10 shooting, including 4-of-6 from three-point range. Galdeira also lived at the free-throw line, knocking down 9-of-14, while adding four steals and three assists in an all-around effort.

Abigail Porter added eight points, hitting two triples, while Kelsee Hunt contributed six points and a team-high seven rebounds, helping Everett battle on the glass. Brynn Meno provided energy off the bench with two points and two rebounds, and Kaila Oudom showed toughness at the line, going a perfect 4-for-4 from the stripe.

Team Stat Highlights
Everett finished the night shooting 35.3 percent from the field and an impressive 50.0 percent from three-point range (6-of-12), keeping the Trojans within striking distance throughout. The Trojans also held their own on the boards, grabbing 35 total rebounds, including limiting Peninsula to just 33.8 percent shooting overall.

Defensively, Everett forced 14 Peninsula turnovers and generated seven steals, disrupting the Pirates' offensive rhythm for much of the game. The Trojans' pressure and physicality were evident, particularly in the first half when they neutralized Peninsula's transition game and dictated tempo.

While Peninsula pulled away in the fourth quarter, outscoring Everett 20–13, the Trojans' effort and execution against a ranked opponent reflected the program's growth and competitive spirit. Everett moves forward encouraged by its performance as it continues conference play, and will take on rival Edmonds College on Saturday in a T-Trophy showdown that tips off at 4:00pm.