Basketball Recap: Pima Snaps Ten-Game Streak of Wins at Home

Pima entered their matchup against Pusch Ridge Christian Academy on Saturday without any home losses, but there's a first time for everything. The Pima Roughriders fell just short of the Pusch Ridge Christian Academy Lions by a score of 35-32. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Roughriders have suffered since February 17, 2024.

Pusch Ridge Christian Academy's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Santino Almazan, who posted 11 points. Another player making a difference was Isaac Hardeman, who put up ten points.

Pima's loss ended a ten-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 19-3. As for Pusch Ridge Christian Academy, their victory bumped their record up to 7-10.

Pima and Pusch Ridge Christian Academy should be looking forward to their upcoming games as both have a sizable advantage in the MaxPreps Arizona Rankings. Pima will face off against Gilbert Classical Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday up 135 places (67 vs. 202). Pima will be looking to keep their ten-game home win streak dating back to last season alive. Meanwhile, Pusch Ridge Christian Academy (ranked 151st) will meet Rio Rico (ranked 307th) at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.