Bishop Walsh made up a huge gap compared to their last game against Saint James, but they still couldn't quite topple them. The Spartans fell just short of the Saints by a score of 45-43 on Wednesday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Spartans have suffered since December 10, 2024.
Several Spartans players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Lanie Odom, who posted 14 points in addition to seven rebounds and seven steals. Another player making a difference was Aerianna Jackson, who put up 11 points along with six steals and five boards.
Saint James was led to victory by Daesia Smith and Tenley Mullendore. Smith earned 17 points in addition to six steals and five assists, while Mullendore had eight points along with seven steals and five assists. That's the most assists Mullendore has posted since back in November of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Sabrina Gladchuk, who scored eight points and seven rebounds.
Bishop Walsh's loss dropped their record down to 1-1.
Bishop Walsh wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 96-52 defeat against Springdale Prep on the 24th. As for Saint James, they will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Gerstell Academy at 5:00 p.m. on December 3.
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