University Prep Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They came up short against the Crystal Springs Uplands Gryphons, falling 41-15. The match marked the Golden Eagles' lowest-scoring contest so far this season.
Crystal Springs Uplands found their leader in freshman Mia Samaan-Molinero, who dropped a double-double on 20 points and 16 boards. Samaan-Molinero also set a new season-high mark in assists with seven. Another player making a difference was Riley Martin, who posted seven points and 13 rebounds.
University Prep Academy's loss dropped their record down to 4-3. As for Crystal Springs Uplands, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 5-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. University Prep Academy will challenge The Nueva School at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Nueva School will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something University Prep Academy surely won't give up without a fight. As for Crystal Springs Uplands, they will face off against King's Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Crystal Springs Uplands' defense has only allowed 25 points per game this season, so King's Academy's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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