If the Native American Community Academy Eagles were riding high off their 56-32 takedown of Tierra Encantada last Wednesday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. Native American Community Academy was dealt a 73-13 defeat at the hands of Menaul on Thursday. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest points Native American Community Academy has scored all season.
Menaul's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Nojus Zalenekas led the charge by scoring 13 points along with six steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Kazimieras Giedraitis, who scored 16 points along with five steals.
Native American Community Academy has traveled a rocky road recently having lost eight of their last nine games, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-16 record this season. As for Menaul, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 15-11.
Native American Community Academy won't have much time to rest: their next match is against Jemez Valley at 7:00 p.m. on February 23rd. The matchup should be an exciting one, as these teams are closely ranked in New Mexico (Native American Community Academy is ranked 141st, while Jemez Valley is ranked 125th). As for Menaul, they will be playing at home against Estancia at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Menaul is strutting with some offensive muscle, as they've averaged 52.4 points per game this season.
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