Independence had to start their season on the road on Wednesday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They fell just short of the Northridge Vikings by a score of 44-42. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it five in a row.
Loss or not, Independence got some senior leadership from Darren White-Tyler and Tavian Washington. White-Tyler shot 50% from the field en route to 15 points and five boards, while Washington went 5-for-7 on his way to 11 points and five rebounds. Another player making a difference was Abdoulaye Ndongo, who posted five points and nine rebounds.
Coming up, Independence will head out to take on Whitehall-Yearling at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Northridge, they will look to defend their home court on Wednesday against Northmor at 7:15 p.m.
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