WestSide was the 53-38 winner over James Monroe when they last played one another back in January, but their luck changed this time around. The WestSide Renegades took a 61-51 hit to the loss column at the hands of the James Monroe Mavericks on Friday.
Austin Bishop
| 02/14/25 @ James Monroe | 3 |
| 02/13/25 @ Liberty | 2 |
| 02/10/25 vs Logan | 2 |
| 02/07/25 vs Wyoming East | 3 |
| 02/04/25 @ Bluefield | 2 |
When it comes to explaining why WestSide lost, don't look at Austin Bishop. Despite the final result, he posted 16 points along with seven boards and three steals. Bishop is on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed two or more in each of the last five games he's played. Another player making a difference was Kadien Vance, who went 6-for-8 to rack up 15 points.
James Monroe's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Kadyn Hines, who went 5-for-8 en route to 14 points and seven rebounds. What's more, Hines also posted a 63% shooting accuracy, which is the highest he's achieved since back in December of 2024. Layton Dowdy was another key player, putting up 14 points.
WestSide's loss dropped their record down to 10-5. As for James Monroe, they pushed their record up to 15-2 with the victory, which was their 16th straight at home dating back to last season.
WestSide wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next match, a 79-55 win against Greater Beckley Christian on the 18th. As for James Monroe, they have also already played their next game, a 47-40 victory against Bluefield on the 18th.
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