Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, East Valley Athletes for Christ couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They took a 57-51 hit to the loss column at the hands of Sequoia Pathfinder Verrado Way. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against Sequoia Pathfinder Verrado Way this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 62-55 back in January.
Landen Marker
| 02/15/25 vs Sequoia Pathfinder Verrado Way | 6 |
| 02/12/25 vs Learning Foundation & Performing Arts | 2 |
| 02/04/25 @ Premier Prep- PHHoenix | 2 |
| 01/31/25 vs Imagine Prep | 3 |
| 01/28/25 @ ASU Prep Poly | 1 |
| + 30 more games |
Despite the loss, East Valley Athletes for Christ still got an impressive performance from Landen Marker, who posted nine points along with six rebounds and three steals. That's the most boards Marker has posted since back in February of 2024. Another player making a difference was Aaron McAvoy, who scored nine points and seven rebounds.
East Valley Athletes for Christ's loss dropped their record down to 19-5. As for Sequoia Pathfinder Verrado Way, they are on a roll lately: they've won 18 of their last 19 games, which provided a nice bump to their 25-2 record this season.
East Valley Athletes for Christ does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Sequoia Pathfinder Verrado Way, they will face off against Imagine Prep at 8:00 p.m. on February 22nd. Sequoia Pathfinder Verrado Way knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with 55 points or more in their past 19 contests -- so hopefully Imagine Prep likes a good challenge.
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