Heritage had lost 14 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped down to 9-10 to make it 15. They took a blow against the Citrus Hill Hawks, falling 79-46. The Patriots were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 44-23.
Diego Mekonsto
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Heritage's loss came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Diego Mekonsto, who posted seven points and nine rebounds. Mekonsto is on a roll when it comes to boards, as he's now pulled down eight or more in each of the last three games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Deandre Thompson, who scored six points and five rebounds.
As for Citrus Hill, they are on a roll lately: they've won 11 of their last 13 contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 15-4 record this season. They have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won nine games by 21 points or more this season.
Citrus Hill was led to victory by Kason Steward and Jerren White. Steward shot 46% from the field en route to 27 points and five boards, while White went 6-for-11 to rack up 13 points in addition to eight rebounds and seven assists. Ike Ogbatue was another key player, putting up 12 points and eight boards.
Heritage didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next matchup, a 62-52 win against Canyon Springs on the 16th. As for Citrus Hill, they have also already played their next contest, a 53-43 victory against Vista del Lago on the 16th.
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