Basketball Recap: Ariana Meriedy Leads a Balanced Attack to Beat Springdale Prep

Crusaders

Margin (Wins)

12/07/24 @ Mastery Charter North - Pickett	72
12/06/24 vs New Town	53
02/03/25 vs Evergreen Christian	44
01/25/25 vs TPLS Christian Academy	37
12/05/24 vs Springdale Prep	33

Riverdale Baptist won the last time they faced Springdale Prep and things went their way on Thursday too. The Riverdale Baptist Crusaders were the clear victor by a 75-50 margin over the Springdale Prep Lions. The Crusaders have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won 15 contests by 21 points or more this season.

Riverdale Baptist's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Ariana Meriedy led the charge by putting up 14 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Makyiah Ward, who posted 14 points.

The win made it two in a row for Riverdale Baptist and bumps their season record up to 23-11. They've dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 26 points. As for Springdale Prep, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last eight matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 20-20 record this season.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Riverdale Baptist won't have much time to rest: their next game is against Rosedale Christian Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Rosedale Christian Academy has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last three games. As for Springdale Prep, they will take on Crofton at 7:00 p.m. on Monday.