The North Phoenix Preparatory Academy Gladiators's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Thursday after their fifth straight loss. They took a 34-22 hit to the loss column at the hands of Tempe Prep.
North Phoenix Preparatory Academy's loss came despite strong showings from Alexandra Price and Ellaina Wakeham. Price scored seven points along with 11 rebounds and four blocks, while Wakeham scored two points along with 15 rebounds and two steals. Price hasn't dropped below eight rebounds for six straight games.
North Phoenix Preparatory Academy's defeat was their tenth straight at home, which dropped their record down to 2-17. That rough patch could be blamed on the team's offensive performance across that stretch, as they only averaged 17.7 points per game. As for Tempe Prep, their win bumped their record up to 4-10.
North Phoenix Preparatory Academy will be playing in front of their home fans against Mayer at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Tempe Prep, they won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against Santa Cruz Valley at 5:30 p.m. on January 26th. Santa Cruz Valley is coming into the contest on a three-game losing streak.
