Vanguard College Prep had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They secured a 53-49 W over the Waterford Wildcats on Thursday. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 55-41 back in November.
| 12/12/24 @ Waterford | 5 |
| 12/04/24 @ Delhi | 2 |
| 11/29/24 vs Gonzales | 2 |
| 11/25/24 vs Waterford | 3 |
Vanguard College Prep's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Xavier Lopez led the charge by going 7 of 12 on his way to 18 points along with five assists and five boards. With that strong performance, Lopez is now averaging an impressive 2.2 steals per game. Michael Muriithi was another key player, almost dropping a double-double on 14 points and nine boards.
When it comes to explaining why Waterford lost, don't look at Izaiah Sanchez. Despite the final result, he posted 16 points. That's the most points Sanchez has posted since back in January. The team also got some help courtesy of Santiago Hernandez, who put up ten points.
Vanguard College Prep's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 2-4. As for Waterford, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-7.
Vanguard College Prep won't have much time to rest: their next game is against Turlock Christian at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Waterford, they will also get right back to it: they'll challenge Delta Charter at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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