Basketball Recap: Valley Lutheran Starts Season with Win Against North Phoenix Preparatory Academy + How To Watch

Valley Lutheran took care of business in their home opener on Tuesday. They enjoyed a cozy 62-46 victory over the North Phoenix Preparatory Academy Gladiators. The win continues a trend for the Flames in their matchups with the Gladiators: they've now won six in a row.

Anias Macias

Points (Career)

11/25/25 vs North Phoenix Preparatory Academy	21
01/10/25 vs Duncan	17
01/30/25 vs Hayden	8
12/13/24 @ Ray	7
11/26/24 @ North Phoenix Preparatory Academy	7

Valley Lutheran got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Anias Macias out in front who went 8-for-20 on his way to 21 points along with seven assists and five steals. Those 21 points gave Macias a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Jonathan Sayegh, who posted 17 points in addition to six rebounds and four steals.

North Phoenix Preparatory Academy's loss dropped their record down to 1-1.

Valley Lutheran didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next game, a 66-38 win against Superior on the 3rd. As for North Phoenix Preparatory Academy, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next contest, a 58-46 defeat against Antelope on the 2nd.