Basketball Recap: Loyola Blakefield Starts Season with Victory at Home

By Team Reports Nov 13, 2024, 6:23am

Basketball Recap: Loyola Blakefield Dons vs. Rosedale Christian Academy Rosedale Panthers

Loyola Blakefield gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener on Tuesday. They took their match with ease, bagging a 74-44 victory over the Rosedale Christian Academy Rosedale Panthers. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest win the Dons have posted since December 21, 2023.

Mason Ellison was a one-man wrecking crew for Loyola Blakefield as he had 31 points. Carter Palmer was another key player, scoring 11 points.

Rosedale Christian Academy's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jason Francisco-Hayes, who had 12 points. Another player making a difference was Keyon Williams, who had eight points along with 11 rebounds.

Loyola Blakefield will head out to take on Annapolis Area Christian at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Loyola Blakefield is no doubt hoping to put an end to a four-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. As for Rosedale Christian Academy, they will challenge Gerstell Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Rosedale Christian Academy will come in still looking for their first win of the season.

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