This season hasn't been kind to the Greenfield Bruins, who are still winless after their eighth match. They received a tough blow on Saturday as they fell 62-46 to Monte Vista Christian. While losing is never fun, Greenfield can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California basketball rankings (they are ranked 1216th, while Monte Vista Christian is ranked 243rd).
Jack Ryan was his usual excellent self, scoring 14 points along with 8 rebounds for Monte Vista Christian. Ryan is absolutely dominating the rebound category: he's posted at least eight every time he's taken the court this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Nico Downie, who scored 13 points along with 4 steals.
Greenfield's loss dropped their record down to 0-8. As for Monte Vista Christian, their victory bumped their record up to 6-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Greenfield will take on Coast Union at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Monte Vista Christian, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Live Oak at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Live Oak is coming into the match on a four-game losing streak.
