The ‘Topper girls basketball team once again takes to the floor to play the Belen’s Eagles Thursday in Griffith Gym. The ‘Toppers are in need of a victory but the Eagles had other plans. The Eagles took control of the game early and did not look back on their way to a 65-37 score. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Alex Calderon tries to break through the Eagles defense under the ‘Toppers basket in the first quarter. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Rebecca Green gets a shot off in the first quarter with pressure from an Eagles defender. Green had a very busy game, working under the basket at both ends and reaching for rebounds and taking shots. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Jenna Harris looks up to the basket, ready to try a shot in the second quarter. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Natalie Gallegos reaches for a loose ball under the ‘Toppers net. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Natalie Gallegos and Ashley Atencio battle for a rebound under the ‘Toppers basket in the third quarter. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Anna Lemke reaches for a rebound under the Eagles basket in the third quarter. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com