Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, Fairfield couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They fell to Christian Brothers 51-45. Fairfield was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Christian Brothers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in December of 2015.
Johnnie Jones
| 02/21/25 vs Christian Brothers | 2 |
| 02/19/25 vs Lincoln | 5 |
| 02/14/25 vs Florin | 3 |
| 02/12/25 @ Johnson | 2 |
Despite the loss, Fairfield still got an impressive performance from Johnnie Jones, who dropped a double-double with 23 points and ten rebounds. Jones is also on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed two or more in each of the last four games he's played. Davion Johnson was another key player, putting up three points along with eight boards and three blocks.
Even though they lost, Fairfield smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with ten offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive boards in ten consecutive contests.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Christian Brothers to victory, but perhaps none more so than Stephan Hewitt, who posted 20 points and five rebounds. Another player making a difference was Daniel Powers, who almost dropped a double-double with nine points and 11 boards.
Fairfield's defeat dropped their record down to 21-9. As for Christian Brothers, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 23-7.
Fairfield does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Christian Brothers, they will challenge Twelve Bridges at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Twelve Bridges will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Christian Brothers surely won't give up without a fight.
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