Markus Zenck commands the offense for Bulldogs win

By Team Reports Jan 16, 2024, 9:57am

Recap: Braddock Bulldogs vs. Cardinal Newman Crusaders

Even though the Cardinal Newman Crusaders scored an imposing 63 points on Monday, the Braddock Bulldogs still came out on top. Braddock slipped by Cardinal Newman 64-63. The win made it back-to-back wins for Braddock.

Braddock got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Markus Zenck out in front who dropped a double-double on 14 points and 12 rebounds. Zenck also posted two blocks for the first time this season. Another player making a difference was Angel Lara, who scored 16 points along with six rebounds and two steals.

Braddock is on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four matches, which provided a nice bump to their 14-6 record this season. As for Cardinal Newman, their loss dropped their record down to 13-5.

Braddock will be playing at home against Varela at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Cardinal Newman won't have much time to rest: their next game is against Somerset College Prep Academy at 7:30 p.m. on January 16th. Somerset College Prep Academy is coming into the match on a three-game losing streak.