The Tampa Catholic Crusaders were within striking distance but couldn't close the gap on Friday as they fell 92-87 to the Gillion Academy National Lions.
When it comes to explaining why Tampa Catholic lost, don't look at Neo Flores. Despite the final result, he went 10-for-17 to rack up 31 points in addition to five assists and five steals. Skoot Donald was another key player, shooting 77% from the field en route to 23 points.
Gillion Academy National had a senior duo take command as Marcis Ponder dropped a double-double with 32 points and 30 rebounds and Willie Burnett III went 16-for-28 on his way to 30 points along with six assists and five boards. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Ponder has scored all season. Another player making a difference was Aaron Bryant, who posted 11 points and five steals.
Tampa Catholic's defeat dropped their record down to 1-1. As for Gillion Academy National, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 7-1.
Tampa Catholic didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next contest, a 95-75 loss against Calvary Christian Academy on the 29th. As for Gillion Academy National, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next matchup, a 100-66 win against Riviera Prep on the 29th.
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