Basketball Game Preview: Pacific Union College Prep Falcons vs. Rio Lindo Adventist Spartans

Pacific Union College Prep is 1-9 against Rio Lindo Adventist since February of 2019 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Thursday. The Pacific Union College Prep Falcons will host the Rio Lindo Adventist Spartans at 5:30 p.m. Neither of those teams managed to put together many points in their previous contests, so the offenses might be a little more motivated than usual.

Last Tuesday, Pacific Union College Prep lost to Summerfield Waldorf on the road by a 38-19 margin.

Meanwhile, Rio Lindo Adventist ended up a good deal behind Victory Christian Academy back in December of 2024 and lost 40-21.

Despite the defeat, Rio Lindo Adventist saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Sascha Norman posted seven points along with eight boards and five steals. Norman is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least two every time she's taken the court this season. Maddy Gibson was another key player, putting up five points along with six boards and four steals.

Even though they lost, Rio Lindo Adventist smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 13 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 11 offensive rebounds in seven consecutive games.

Pacific Union College Prep's loss dropped their record down to 1-5. As for Rio Lindo Adventist, their defeat was their fourth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 2-5.

Pacific Union College Prep took a serious blow against Rio Lindo Adventist in their previous matchup back in January of 2024, falling 55-17. Will Pacific Union College Prep have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more basketball content.