Springstead entered their game against Boca Ciega on Tuesday without any home losses, but there's a first time for everything. The Springstead Eagles took a 60-46 bruising from the Boca Ciega Pirates. The Eagles have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
When it comes to explaining why Springstead lost, don't look at Jamin Pond. Despite the final result, he went 8 for 12 en route to 22 points plus five rebounds. What's more, Pond also posted a 67% field goal percentage, which is the highest he's posted since back in January. Another player making a difference was Zion McKenzie, who posted ten points along with six rebounds and two steals.
Even though they lost, Springstead smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 11 offensive rebounds. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Boca Ciega only pulled down five.
It was another big night for Keena Taylor, who posted 19 points along with seven steals and five rebounds for Boca Ciega. The team also got some help courtesy of Jelani Nix Jr, who scored 12 points in addition to three steals and three blocks.
Springstead's loss ended a seven-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 1-3. As for Boca Ciega, their victory bumped their record up to 3-1.
Springstead will be playing in front of their home fans against Weeki Wachee at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Springstead is facing Weeki Wachee at the right time seeing as Weeki Wachee is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Boca Ciega, they and Winthrop College Prep Academy are set to duel on Saturday. One thing working in Boca Ciega's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points every time they've taken the court this season.
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