Corning hadn't done well against Orland recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Wednesday. The Corning Cardinals managed a 56-50 win over the Orland Trojans. This was payback for the Cardinals, who suffered a 52-36 loss the last time these two teams met.
Corning got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Jeff Mendros out in front who went 6 of 11 on his way to 18 points. Kaidan Raker also deserves some recognition as he posted his first blocks of the season.
Corning was working as a unit and finished the game with 14 assists. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Orland only posted four assists.
When it comes to explaining why Orland lost, don't look at Preston Carlson. Despite the final result, he posted 16 points and six rebounds. Jayden Thompson was another key player, going 7 for 13 en route to 15 points.
Corning has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four games, which provided a massive bump to their 9-10 record this season. As for Orland, the defeat snapped their winning streak at eight games and leaves them with a 15-5 record.
Corning wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next match, a 67-61 win against Las Plumas on the 24th. Orland has also already played their next contest, a 78-35 loss against Gridley on the 24th.
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