Salesian was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They were five points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 54-49 heartbreaker at the hands of Varsity Opponent. While the Eagles didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating Varsity Opponent 16-12 in the first quarter.
When it comes to explaining why Salesian lost, don't look at Julien Wiggins. Despite the final result, he posted 19 points and five steals. That was a full 38.8% of Salesian's points, marking the eighth time in a row he's earned more than a third of the team's points. Kevaughn Mitchell was another key player, putting up eight points in addition to six assists and four steals.
Salesian now has a losing record at 8-9.
Salesian will face off against Dwight at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Varsity Opponent, they didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next match, a 63-49 defeat against Greater Miami Academy on the 27th.
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