The Vanguard College Prep Lions just played yesterday, but they'll still head out to face the Lodi Academy Titans at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. One thing working in Vanguard College Prep's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last five matches.
Vanguard College Prep is probably headed into the contest with a chip on their shoulder considering Stockton Christian just ended the team's six-game winning streak on Monday. They were just a bucket shy of victory and fell 59-58 to the Eagles.
| 01/27/25 vs Stockton Christian | 17 |
| 01/21/25 @ Humphreys Able Charter | 18 |
| 01/16/25 vs Tioga | 16 |
Despite their defeat, Vanguard College Prep saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Xavier Lopez, who posted 17 points, was perhaps the best of all. Lopez's evening made it three games in a row in which he has scored at least ten points. Another player making a difference was Julian Castillo, who scored seven points and seven assists.
Meanwhile, Lodi Academy was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap on Friday as they fell 47-41 to Escondido Adventist Academy. The loss continues a trend for the Titans in their matchups with the Hawks: they've now lost three in a row.
Vanguard College Prep's defeat was their first in the league, dropping their league record down to 7-1 and their overall record down to 11-11. As for Lodi Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 7-9.
Everything came up roses for Vanguard College Prep against Lodi Academy in their previous matchup on January 7th, as the team secured a 70-37 victory. The rematch might be a little tougher for Vanguard College Prep since the squad won't have the home-court advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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