Apache Junction had lost 14 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped down to 1-14 to make it 15. They were dealt a 96-20 loss at the hands of the Florence Gophers. While losing is never fun, the Prospectors can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Arizona basketball rankings (they are ranked 310th, while the Gophers are ranked 127th).
As for Florence, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five games. That's provided a nice bump to their 10-6 record this season. They have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won five contests by 27 points or more this season.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Florence to victory, but perhaps none more so than Brody Ramirez, who dropped a double-double with 14 points and ten boards. What's more, Ramirez also posted a 75% field goal percentage, which is the highest he's achieved since back in January of 2025. Another player making a difference was JJ Gibbs, who went 6-for-11 to rack up 16 points along with six rebounds and four steals.
Coincidentally, Apache Junction and Florence will both be playing Seton Catholic the next time they take the court. The Gophers will head out to face the Sentinels at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, while the Prospectors will head out to face them at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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