Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, Venture Academy couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They took a 66-53 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Natomas Nighthawks on Tuesday. The Mustangs were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Nighthawks apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in February of 2024.
Manno Jenkins was his usual excellent self, putting up 25 points along with eight assists and eight boards for Natomas. Jenkins continues to improve, besting his previous point total in each of the last three games he's played. Another player making a difference was Alfred Wilkins, who posted 18 points.
Venture Academy's loss dropped their record down to 22-8. As for Natomas, they pushed their record up to 24-7 with the victory, which was their tenth straight at home.
Venture Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Natomas, they will challenge Casa Roble at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Casa Roble will roll in looking for their 11th straight win, something Natomas surely won't give up without a fight.
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