Phalen Leadership Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat dating back to last season. They took a blow against the Columbus Christian Crusaders, falling 47-9. The Falcon were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 28-5.
It was another big night for Emma Murray, who dropped a double-double on 21 points and 12 rebounds for Columbus Christian. Murray has been hot recently, having posted nine or more rebounds the last four times she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Eva Blair, who had eight points along with two steals.
Phalen Leadership Academy's loss dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Columbus Christian, their victory bumped their record up to 3-4.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Phalen Leadership Academy will host Christel House at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Christel House's defense has only allowed 17 points per game this season, so Phalen Leadership Academy's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Columbus Christian, they will look to defend their home court on Saturday against Crothersville at 1:00 p.m. Columbus Christian is facing Crothersville at the right time seeing as Crothersville is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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