Woodcrest Christian lost against Aquinas back in January of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Tuesday. The Woodcrest Christian Royals took a 59-40 bruising from the Aquinas Falcons. The Royals have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Woodcrest Christian's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Isaac Lytle, who posted 14 points and five boards. Michael Carlson was another key player, putting up 15 points.
Malachi Jones continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines for Aquinas, dropping a double-double on 16 points and 11 rebounds. Jones is becoming a predictor of Aquinas' success: when he posts at least eight boards the team is 2-1 (and 6-10 when he doesn't). Another player making a difference was Jumaa Kitendo, who had six points in addition to five boards and five blocks.
Woodcrest Christian's loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 9-9. As for Aquinas, their win ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 8-11.
Woodcrest Christian wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next matchup, a 75-52 defeat against Ontario Christian on the 10th. As for Aquinas, they also didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next game, a 65-38 loss against Fairmont Prep on the 9th.
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