Basketball Recap: Richfield Skates Past St. Louis Park with Ease

While Richfield didn't have the best season last year (they finished 10-17), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past. They claimed a resounding 69-27 win over the St. Louis Park Orioles. That looming 69-27 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Spartans yet this season.

Richfield's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Desirai Chappell led the charge by dropping a double-double on 24 points and 14 steals. Chappell is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least six every time she's taken the court this season. Aniiya Johnson was another key player, going 8 for 15 on her way to 21 points in addition to six steals and five boards.

Richfield smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 16 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive rebounds in seven consecutive matchups dating back to last season.

Richfield's victory bumped their record up to 5-1. As for St. Louis Park, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-5.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Richfield will take on Fridley in a holiday battle at at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. One thing working in Fridley's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points every time they've taken the court this season. St. Louis Park and Edina will compete for holiday cheer at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Edina will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something St. Louis Park surely won't give up without a fight.