Preview: Cardinal Newman Crusaders vs. Park Vista Cobras
The Cardinal Newman Crusaders will be playing at home against the Park Vista Cobras at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
After soaring to 71 points the game before, Cardinal Newman were a bit more limited in their match on Thursday. They were dealt a 55-22 defeat at the hands of Jensen Beach. Cardinal Newman was in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 38-9.
Despite their defeat, Cardinal Newman saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Charlotte Moore, who scored 5 points along with 3 steals, was perhaps the best of all. Moore is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now stole two or more in the last three games she's played.
Meanwhile, Park Vista had to start their season on the road on Monday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They were outmatched by Atlantic on the road and fell 67-34. Park Vista has struggled against Atlantic recently, as their game on Monday was their third consecutive lost matchup.
Their wins bumped Cardinal Newman to 3-3 and Jensen Beach to 3-2.
Cardinal Newman lost to Park Vista at home by a decisive 56-40 margin when the teams last played back in December of 2018. Will Cardinal Newman have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.