Crescenta Valley comes away with a dominant 17-5 win over Burroughs

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Falcons 6-0 scoring run in the first quarter propelled them to a convincing victory over the Bears 

Water polo match in an outdoor pool with players actively swimming and competing. In the background, bleachers and a red canopy are visible under a clear blue sky.
Water polo players in a pool with a scoreboard and bleachers in the background on a sunny day.
Boys water polo game featuring players in the pool with spectators in the background and a red tent along the sidelines.
A group of water polo players and officials gathered near the poolside, with a red canopy providing shade for spectators and a clear blue sky in the background.

The John Burroughs Bears boys water polo team hasn’t had it easy of late, as their 17-5 defeat to the Crescenta Valley Falcons extended their losing streak to eight games. Heading into the contest, Burroughs came off a 12-9 loss to the Glendale Nitros back on Thursday, September 25th with Crescenta Valley coming off a 12-6 loss to Santa Monica at the South Bay Tournament over the weekend. 

A water polo match in progress with players in the pool wearing caps, a referee on the side, and spectators seated in the background under a red canopy.
A group of male water polo players in red swim caps huddle together by the poolside in front of a wall displaying team records and information at John Burroughs High School.
A group of boys water polo players in team gear gathered together during a match, with a scoreboard and mountains in the background.

The Falcons began the opening quarter by going on a 6-0 scoring run with goals by Alex Hovhanisyan, Brayden Shaban, Daron Alexanians, and Sameul Hedin Abreu to jumpstart the offense. Landon Qiambao finally got the Bears on the board with a goal with Burroughs trailing 6-1 at the end of the first quarter. 

A water polo game in progress with players in the pool, a coach on the sidelines, and spectators under a tent.
Boys water polo match in progress, with players from both teams competing in the pool. A scoreboard and seating area are visible in the background.
A water polo match in progress, featuring players in the pool wearing red and white caps, with a scoreboard and bleachers visible in the background under a clear blue sky.

Hedin and Dion Alexanians both scored back-to-back goals to start the second quarter to increase the lead to seven. Nicolas Oporta responded with a score of his own with the Falcons still up 8-2. Hovhanisyan then recorded his fourth goal of the contest to make it a 9-2 advantage for CV. Kelly Roan, Joseph Keran, and Oporta traded goals for their respective teams before the halftime break, with the Falcons holding a 10-4 lead over the Bears. 

Boys water polo match in progress with players in a pool and spectators in the background, under a clear blue sky.
A water polo game in progress at John Burroughs High School, featuring players in the pool and a scoreboard on the wall.
A view of a water polo match in progress, with players in the pool and spectators under a red tent on the sidelines.

Matthew Rodrigiuez began the third quarter by recording the first goal of the second half to make it a five point game in hopes of jumpstarting the offense. Brayden Shabani, Edgar Galstyan, Hovhanisyan, Daron Alexanians ended the Bears comeback hopes with six straight goals. The Falcons entered the final quarter with a 16-5 lead. While the fourth quarter was uneventful for the most part, Alex Hovhanisyan scored a goal to put the icing on the cake for CV.

Water polo players in a pool during a game, with spectators and banners in the background.
A boys water polo team huddled on the poolside of John Burroughs High School, with a scoreboard displaying their records in the background. The sky is clear and blue.
A water polo game scene with players in swim caps on the poolside, spectators in the stands, and mountains in the background under a clear blue sky.
A boys water polo game in progress at John Burroughs High School, featuring players in the pool and a scoreboard visible on the wall.

Burroughs falls to 3-10 overall and 0-4 in Pacific League play with Crescenta Valley improving to 13-4 overall and 4-0 in Pacific League play. Both teams will return to action on Thursday with Burroughs taking on Muir at 3:45 p.m. and CV taking on Burbank at Glendale High School at 6:45 p.m.

A water polo match in progress at an outdoor pool, with players in red caps swimming and throwing a yellow ball, while spectators watch from bleachers under a red tent.
A boys water polo game taking place in an outdoor pool, with players in motion and visible water polo goals in the background.
A water polo match in progress with players in a pool while spectators watch from the sidelines.
A water polo game in progress with players in the pool, some wearing colored caps, and spectators on the side. Posters featuring players are visible in the background.
A water polo match in progress, with players swimming in a pool, spectators in the background, and a red tent set up near the edge of the pool.
Boys water polo game in action with players in the pool and spectators on the side, featuring banners in the background.
A water polo game in progress, with players in the pool and spectators in the bleachers. A male coach is visible on the deck giving instructions, while the backdrop features a mountainous landscape.
Boys water polo game in progress at John Burroughs High School pool, with players in various colored caps and water polo balls, under a clear blue sky.
Water polo game in progress, with players competing in a pool. Several spectators and coaches are visible in the background, along with promotional posters on the fence.
A water polo practice scene at John Burroughs High School, featuring players in the pool and a scoreboard displaying team records in the background.

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