Basketball Recap: Ridgeview Puts Losing Streak Behind Them
By Team Reports
Nov 23, 2024, 7:01am
Basketball Recap: Ridgeview Panthers vs. Old Plank Christian Academy Defenders
Ridgeview came into Friday's contest having lost 17 straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They were the clear victor by a 57-32 margin over the Old Plank Christian Academy Defenders on Friday.
Ridgeview was led to victory by Justyn Cappas and William Zeigler. Cappas went 5 for 11 en route to 19 points plus six steals and five assists, while Zeigler went 7 for 9 en route to 14 points plus five rebounds and two steals. Another player making a difference was Steven Yamamoto, who posted six points in addition to three steals.
Ridgeview's win ended a ten-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 1-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Ridgeview will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Fleming Island at 7:30 p.m. on December 3rd. Ridgeview is no doubt hoping to put an end to a 13-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. Old Plank Christian Academy also won't see the court for a while: their next matchup is against Beaches Chapel at 6:30 p.m. on Monday.
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