Laughlin played a tough contest on Tuesday in which they were outscored in every quarter. They were outmatched by the Needles Mustangs and fell 78-35. The Cougars were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 50-17.
Despite the loss, Laughlin saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Aidan Trinidad-Rodriguez posted 14 points. DaVinci Faccioli was another key player, putting up seven points.
Luke Mills was his usual excellent self, going 6 of 10 on his way to 16 points along with six assists and three steals for Needles. The team also got some help courtesy of Connor Goulet, who went 5 of 8 en route to 12 points along with five assists and four steals.
Laughlin dropped their record down to 1-4 with the defeat, which was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season. As for Needles, the win keeps them at an undefeated 16-0.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Laughlin will head out to square off against GV Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Needles, they will venture away from home to take on Lake Mead Christian Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Needles knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 55 points or more in their past 16 games -- so hopefully Lake Mead Christian Academy likes a good challenge.
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