John Carroll Catholic has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 29.89 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They fell just short of the Morningside Academy Eagles by a score of 55-53. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Rams have suffered since February 5th.
| 12/20/24 vs Morningside Academy | 3 |
| 12/16/24 @ Westwood | 3 |
| 12/11/24 vs St. Edward's | 13 |
| 12/10/24 vs Melbourne Central Catholic | 3 |
| 12/05/24 vs Treasure Coast | 3 |
John Carroll Catholic's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Madi Burrowes, who went 6 of 9 en route to 16 points along with five assists and three steals. Burrowes is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least three every time she's taken the court this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Olivia Laughlin, who dropped a double-double on 12 points and ten boards.
Even though they lost, John Carroll Catholic smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive rebounds in five consecutive games.
Morningside Academy's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Emmilina Miller, who posted 18 points. Another player making a difference was Arianah Wallace, who had 12 points in addition to seven boards and five steals.
John Carroll Catholic's loss dropped their record down to 6-3. As for Morningside Academy, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 8-2.
After both having extra time off, John Carroll Catholic and Jupiter will shake off the cobwebs and square off against one another at 6:00 p.m. on January 8, 2025. John Carroll Catholic's defense has only allowed 29.9 points per game this season, so Jupiter's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Morningside Academy, they will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Vero Beach at 6:30 p.m. on January 6, 2025. Morningside Academy is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 51.1 points per game this season.
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