Maryvale Prep suffered their closest defeat since December 6, 2023 on Friday. They fell just short of Gerstell Academy by a score of 43-41. Maryvale Prep hasn't had much luck with Gerstell Academy recently, as the team's come up short the last five times they've met.
It was another big night for Kiara Hardy, who almost dropped a double-double on 26 points and nine rebounds for Gerstell Academy. Hardy also grabbed five steals, which is notable because Gerstell Academy is 3-1 when she posts at least five steals, but 1-13 otherwise. Summer Beaumont was another key player, almost dropping a double-double on nine points and nine boards.
Maryvale Prep now has a losing record at 4-5. As for Gerstell Academy, their win bumped their record up to 4-14.
Maryvale Prep does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Gerstell Academy, they will venture away from home to face off against Mount de Sales Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Gerstell Academy has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last four games.
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