Basketball Recap: Kennedy's Luck Changes for the Better on Thursday

Kennedy had to endure a seven-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They strolled past the Catalyst-Maria Wolves with points to spare on Thursday, taking the game 57-41. That's more bragging rights for the Crusaders, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.

Kennedy's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Joseph Dahl, who dropped a double-double on 16 points and ten boards. Another player making a difference was Ja'Veon Sargent-Williams, who went 7 for 13 on his way to 17 points and five rebounds.

Crusaders

Previous 5 Games

01/23/25 @ Catalyst-Maria	57-41
01/17/25 vs Julian	54-77
01/09/25 vs Brooks	46-55
01/07/25 @ Longwood	38-59
12/28/24 vs Aurora Central Catholic	65-70

Kennedy's win ended a four-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 5-14. As for Catalyst-Maria, their loss was their fifth straight at home, which dropped their record down to 5-12.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Kennedy and Orr will face off at 6:30 p.m. on Friday without much rest having both just played. Catalyst-Maria has already played their next match (against Hancock), but no score has been uploaded at the time of writing.