After flying high against the Antelope Rams last Tuesday, the North Phoenix Preparatory Academy Gladiators came back down to earth. North Phoenix Preparatory Academy was beaten by Anthem Prep 48-19 on Thursday. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss North Phoenix Preparatory Academy has suffered since December 8, 2023.
North Phoenix Preparatory Academy's loss shouldn't obscure the performances of Ellaina Wakeham, who scored eight points along with 13 rebounds and three blocks, and Samantha Daniel who scored no points. Wakeham hasn't dropped below eight rebounds for 12 straight games. The team also got some help courtesy of Sabrina Daniel, who scored three points along with ten rebounds and five steals.
Amanda Gandolfo was her usual excellent self, scoring 19 points along with eight steals and seven rebounds for Anthem Prep. Gandolfo also posted two blocks for the first time this season. Abigail Purvis was another key contributor, scoring nine points along with seven rebounds and six blocks.
North Phoenix Preparatory Academy has not been sharp recently, as they've lost seven of their last eight contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-13 record this season. As for Anthem Prep, they are on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 6-7 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. North Phoenix Preparatory Academy won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against North Valley Christian Academy at 5:30 p.m. on January 19th. North Valley Christian Academy is looking to tack on another W to their three-game streak on the road. As for Anthem Prep, they will be playing at home against Antelope at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Antelope comes in still looking for their first win of the season.
