Modesto Christian lost against Salesian College Preparatory back in March and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Saturday. The matchup between the Crusaders and the Pride didn't end well, with the Crusaders falling 71-53. While losing is never fun, the Crusaders can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California basketball rankings (they are ranked 121st, while the Pride are ranked 26th).
Modesto Christian's defeat came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Trevor Dickson, who posted 21 points along with six boards and three steals. That was a full 39.6% of the Crusaders' points, marking the fourth time in a row Dickson has earned more than a third of the team's points. Elijah Payne was another key player, shooting 63% from the field to rack up 13 points and five rebounds.
Modesto Christian's loss dropped their record down to 3-2. As for Salesian College Preparatory, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 5-0.
Modesto Christian and Salesian College Preparatory will both get a bit of extra prep time before their next games. The next time the Crusaders see the court they'll take on Ripon Christian at 7:00 p.m. on the 26th. As for Salesian College Preparatory, their break will end when they face Monterey Trail at 7:30 p.m. on the 23rd.
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