University was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their seventh straight loss. They might have been a little too into the holiday spirit, gifting the Calvary Chapel Eagles an easy 69-48 win. The Trojans were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 46-23.
University's loss came despite strong showings from Shervin Moarrefian and Eli Pretto. Moarrefian went 6 for 15 on his way to 16 points, while Pretto posted nine points in addition to six rebounds and three blocks. The team also got some help courtesy of Isaac Evans, who put up seven points and five rebounds.
Trojans
| 12/16/24 @ Calvary Chapel | 48-69 |
| 12/13/24 vs Laguna Hills | 59-66 |
| 12/09/24 @ San Clemente | 47-84 |
| 12/06/24 vs California | 67-71 |
| 12/02/24 @ Fountain Valley | 44-94 |
| + 2 more games |
Even though they lost, University smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 13 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive boards in 11 consecutive games dating back to last season.
University's defeat dropped their record down to 3-7. As for Calvary Chapel, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 4-8.
University and Tustin will compete for holiday cheer at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. University is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 53.5 points per game this season. Calvary Chapel will take on King in a holiday battle at at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Calvary Chapel is facing King at the right time seeing as King is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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