For the first time this season, Sandoval will have a chance to prove themselves in a conference matchup. Having just played yesterday, they will head out on the road to face off against the Red Hill Salukis at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday. Sandoval has given up an average of 62.4 points per game this season, but Saturday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
The home team had come away the winner the last six times Sandoval and Christ Our Rock Lutheran had met, but sadly for the fans who attended this one that wasn't the case. The Blackhawks lost 58-37 to the Silver Stallions on Friday. The Blackhawks were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 33-13.
Despite their loss, Sandoval saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Cooper Lyons, who posted 11 points in addition to six rebounds and five blocks, was perhaps the best of all. The team also got some help courtesy of Josh Gordon, who shot 45% from the field en route to 12 points along with three steals and three blocks.
Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Red Hill, who bounced back after a loss on the road on Saturday. They claimed a resounding 85-41 win over Grayville. The Salukis' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Sandoval's defeat ended a three-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 2-3. As for Red Hill, their victory ended a five-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-4.
Sandoval couldn't quite get it done against Red Hill in their previous matchup back in December of 2024 as they fell 64-53. Can the Blackhawks avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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