Prospect Ridge Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their eighth straight defeat. They were four points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 32-28 heartbreaker at the hands of The Academy Wildcats. The Miners were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Wildcats apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in February of 2024.
| 01/24/25 @ The Academy | 6 |
| 01/30/24 vs Eagle Ridge Academy | 6 |
| 12/14/23 vs Heritage Christian | 6 |
| 02/15/24 vs The Academy | 5 |
| 01/16/25 @ Colorado Academy | 4 |
When it comes to explaining why Prospect Ridge Academy lost, don't look at Kayah Robbins. Despite the final result, she posted seven points in addition to 18 boards and six blocks. That's the most blocks Robbins has posted since back in January of 2024.
Even though they lost, Prospect Ridge Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 16 offensive boards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as The Academy only pulled down seven offensive rebounds.
The Academy's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Keara Pogue, who put up eight points along with ten rebounds and four steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Malea Yurchak, who scored nine points and three steals.
Prospect Ridge Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 3-10. As for The Academy, their victory was their first in the league, bumping their league record up to 1-3 and their overall record up to 3-11.
Prospect Ridge Academy will face off against SkyView Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. SkyView Academy will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something Prospect Ridge Academy surely won't give up without a fight. The Academy has already played their next match (against Peak to Peak), but no score has been uploaded at the time of writing.
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