Arroyo got their first taste of in-conference action this week and they started things off strong. They took down the Tennyson Lancers 52-33 on Friday. For the Dons, this counts as revenge for the 57-56 win the Lancers walked away with the last time they faced one another back in February of 2024.
Tennyson's loss shouldn't obscure the performances of Matthew Lorje, who posted 11 points and four steals, and James Walker, who scored five points and 17 boards. Walker has been hot for a while, having posted eight or more rebounds the last 13 times he's played. Lance Clunie was another key player, putting up seven points.
Dons
| 01/24/25 @ Tennyson | 52-33 |
| 01/18/25 @ Kennedy | 37-55 |
| 01/17/25 @ Hayward | 46-49 |
| 01/15/25 vs Encinal | 38-53 |
| 01/10/25 @ Mt. Eden | 40-44 |
Arroyo's victory ended a nine-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 9-11. As for Tennyson, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-12 record this season.
Arroyo will face off against San Lorenzo at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Tennyson, they won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against El Cerrito at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday. One thing working in El Cerrito's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last six games.
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