Pinewood was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They took a 55-36 bruising from the Crystal Springs Uplands Gryphons. The Panthers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Gryphons apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in February of 2024.
Among those leading the charge was Marcus Kueh, who made all 7 shots he took to post 20 points. Gavin Diaz was another key player, as he made all 5 shots he took for 10 points.
Pinewood's defeat dropped their record down to 9-7. As for Crystal Springs Uplands, their victory was their first in the league, bumping their league record up to 1-3 and their overall record up to 7-9.
Pinewood and Crystal Springs Uplands could both be facing uphill battles in their next games considering their disadvantage in the MaxPreps California Rankings. Pinewood will challenge Sacred Heart Prep at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday down 579 places (746 vs. 167). Meanwhile, Crystal Springs Uplands (ranked 824th) will meet King's Academy (ranked 75th) at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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