St. Michael had to kick off their season on the road on Tuesday, but they showed no ill effects. They came out on top against the Valley Pirates by a score of 59-52. That's more bragging rights for the Cardinals, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Logan Belgarde
| 12/02/25 @ Valley | 8 |
| 12/02/24 @ Valley | 5 |
| 12/10/24 @ Hopi | 2 |
| 11/30/24 @ Mogollon | 1 |
Leading St. Michael to victory were Logan Belgarde and Ryan Legah. Belgarde shot 45% from the field en route to 16 points and eight rebounds, while Legah posted 18 points and five steals. Those eight boards gave Belgarde a new career-high. Deshawn Smith was another key player, putting up seven points along with six rebounds and three steals.
Valley is on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. St. Michael will head out to take on Many Farms at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Valley, they will take on Pinon at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The matchup will give the Pirates their first taste of in-conference action this season.
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