Basketball Recap: Christopher Bell and Jacob Mekdeci Secure Win for Bishop Mclaughlin Catholic + How To Watch

After losing to Indian Rocks Christian the last time they met, Bishop McLaughlin Catholic decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The Hurricanes walked away with a 52-44 win over the Eagles on Tuesday.

Bishop McLaughlin Catholic was led to victory by Jacob Mekdeci and Christopher Bell. Mekdeci almost dropped a double-double with 15 points and nine rebounds, while Bell posted 12 points and four steals. Jeremiah Velez also deserves some recognition as he posted his first block of the season.

Hurricanes

Offensive Rebounds

11/25/25 vs Indian Rocks Christian	16
11/21/25 vs Nature Coast Tech	7
11/19/25 @ Tampa Prep	10
11/17/25 vs Tarpon Springs	9
02/03/25 vs Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate	11
+ 11 more games

Bishop McLaughlin Catholic smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 16 offensive rebounds. That's the most offensive boards they've posted since back in December of 2024.

Indian Rocks Christian's loss came despite strong showings from Carter Meade and Mason Eising. Meade earned 17 points in addition to six assists and five steals, while Eising scored 12 points.

The victory got Bishop McLaughlin Catholic back to even at 2-2. As for Indian Rocks Christian, they are on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.

Bishop McLaughlin Catholic didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next contest, a 60-20 win against Academy at the Lakes on the 1st. As for Indian Rocks Christian, they have also already played their next matchup, an 87-43 loss against Northside Christian on the 2nd.