Westlake Christian Academy lost to Mooseheart back in February of 2024, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Thursday. The Westlake Christian Academy Eagles were the clear victor by a 62-40 margin over the Mooseheart Red Ramblers. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest win the Eagles have posted since January 10th.
Westlake Christian Academy's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Caleb Nieze led the charge by dropping a double-double with 17 points and ten boards. Westlake Christian Academy is undefeated when Nieze posts eight or more rebounds, but 8-16 otherwise. Noah Speckman also deserves some recognition as he pulled down his first boards of the season.
Eagles
| 02/06/25 @ Mooseheart | 18 |
| 01/23/25 @ South Beloit | 7 |
| 01/18/25 vs Heritage Christian | 9 |
| 01/18/25 vs State Line Christian | 13 |
| 01/17/25 vs Christian Liberty | 8 |
| + 19 more games |
Westlake Christian Academy was working as a unit and finished the game with 18 assists. That's the most assists they've posted since back in February of 2024.
When it comes to explaining why Mooseheart lost, don't look at Oluwatosin Isola. Despite the final result, he dropped a double-double with 24 points and 14 rebounds. Those 24 points gave Isola a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Nishi Amos, who posted six points and four steals.
Westlake Christian Academy's record now sits at 11-16. As for Mooseheart, they dropped their record down to 6-16 with the loss, which was their third straight at home.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Westlake Christian Academy will square off against Cristo Rey St. Martin at 7:00 p.m. on February 14th. As for Mooseheart, they will face off against Lisle at 6:45 p.m. on Tuesday. Mooseheart is facing Lisle at the right time seeing as Lisle is stuck on an eight-game losing streak.
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