Merritt Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They were three points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 29-26 heartbreaker at the hands of the Austin Catholic Crusaders. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Mustangs have suffered since December 19, 2024.
Merritt Academy's loss dropped their record down to 4-14. As for Austin Catholic, their victory bumped their record up to 7-15.
Merritt Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Austin Catholic, they will take on Oakland Christian at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Austin Catholic hasn't scored more than 29 points for three games straight, a trend the squad is eager to reverse.
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