After flying high against Bourgade Catholic on Friday, Northwest Christian came back down to earth. The Northwest Christian Crusaders came up short against the Payson Longhorns on Saturday, falling 58-38. The Crusaders have struggled against the Longhorns recently, as the game was their fifth consecutive lost matchup.
Northwest Christian's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Susi Riley, who posted five points. Riley is also on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in the last four games she's played. Amelie Wingo was another key player, putting up eight points and 11 boards.
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Even though they lost, Northwest Christian smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive rebounds in 11 consecutive games.
Payson's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Clara Whaley, who scored 11 points and six steals. Another player making a difference was Tatum Mcdowell, who went 6 for 14 on her way to 16 points and six steals.
Northwest Christian's loss dropped their record down to 10-10. As for Payson, they are on a roll lately: they've won ten of their last 11 contests, which provided a nice bump to their 23-5 record this season.
Northwest Christian wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next match, a 54-24 win against Scottsdale Christian Academy on the 4th. Payson has also already played their next game, a 54-12 victory against Gilbert Christian on the 4th.
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