Even though the Gilbert Classical Academy Spartans have not done well against the Arete Prep CHARGERS recently (they were 0-9 in their previous nine matchups), they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. Gilbert Classical Academy managed a 32-27 victory over Arete Prep. The win made it back-to-back wins for Gilbert Classical Academy.
Despite the defeat, Arete Prep saw an underclassman step up: Leilani Aragon scored 11 points along with six steals. Another player making a difference was Grace Howell, who scored ten points along with three steals.
The win got Gilbert Classical Academy back to even at 9-9. As for Arete Prep, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 6-14.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Gilbert Classical Academy will face off against Leading Edge Academy - GEC at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Arete Prep won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against Horizon Honors at 5:30 p.m. on January 17th. Horizon Honors will be looking to extend their current four-game winning streak.
