Monsignor Pace was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their eighth straight loss dating back to last season. They took a 63-44 bruising from the St. John Paul II Academy Eagles. The Spartans were up 24-6 in the first quarter but couldn't hold on to the lead.
Despite the defeat, Monsignor Pace had strong showings from Jamaal Gibson, Jr, who went 6 for 9 en route to 14 points plus seven rebounds and six assists, and Teagan Jordan, who had six points plus nine rebounds and four blocks. What's more, Gibson, Jr also posted a 67% field goal percentage, which is the highest he's posted since back in December of 2023. Another player making a difference was Lo'Toddrick Capers, who earned seven points.
Even though they lost, Monsignor Pace was working as a unit and finished the game with 16 assists. That's the most assists they've managed all season.
St. John Paul II Academy's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Sebastian Mesa, who went 6 for 11 en route to 15 points plus four steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Dior Johnson, who went 5 for 10 en route to 13 points plus three steals.
Monsignor Pace's record is now 0-7. As for St. John Paul II Academy, they pushed their record up to 4-3 with the victory, which was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season.
Monsignor Pace will welcome Archbishop McCarthy at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. As for St. John Paul II Academy, they will challenge Somerset Academy Key at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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