With a playoff win on the line, Northwest Christian School rose to the challenge on Friday. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the team sidled past the Tri-Cities Prep Jaguars 54-51. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Crusaders have posted since December 7, 2024.
Avi West
| 03/07/25 vs Tri-Cities Prep | 24 |
| 03/06/25 @ Freeman | 18 |
| 03/05/25 vs Napavine | 20 |
| 03/01/25 @ Columbia | 22 |
| 02/22/25 vs Colfax | 22 |
| + 34 more games |
Northwest Christian School's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Avi West led the charge by going 9-for-15 en route to 24 points. The game was West's 39th in a row with at least 15 points. Another player making a difference was Caleb Grant, who shot 64% from the field to rack up 16 points.
Northwest Christian School's victory bumped their record up to 20-9. As for Tri-Cities Prep, their defeat dropped their record down to 22-7.
Looking ahead, Northwest Christian School will have a chance to keep the ball rolling against Okanogan at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday following yesterday's win. Northwest Christian School will be up against Okanogan's rather soft defense (which has allowed 54.6 points per match), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. Tri-Cities Prep does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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