The Crossland Cavaliers had to endure a 34-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They came out on top in a nail-biter against Parkdale on Monday and snuck past 51-49. For those curious, yes, that was the biggest win Crossland has managed all season.
Parkdale's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Mark Freeland, who dropped a double-double on 21 points and 11 rebounds. Freeland has been hot recently, having posted ten or more rebounds the last seven times he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of anuel decker, who almost dropped a double-double on 12 points and nine rebounds.
Crossland's win ended a 17-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-15. As for Parkdale, their defeat was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 5-12.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Crossland will take on the at 7:15 p.m. on Thursday. As for Parkdale, they won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against the Mustangs at 7:00 p.m. on February 6th. Bladensburg and the Panthers are at an even 5-5 over their past ten head-to-heads.
