The Webb Schools Gauls will be playing in front of their home fans against the Newport Christian Seahawks at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. The timing is sure in The Webb Schools' favor as the squad sits on five straight wins at home while Newport Christian has been banged up by four consecutive losses on the road.
Last Tuesday, The Webb Schools came up short against Avalon and fell 42-32.
Despite their defeat, The Webb Schools saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Xajani Badkar, who scored ten points along with eight rebounds and two steals, was perhaps the best of all. Badkar is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in the last 18 games she's played. Nicole Rabadi was another key contributor, scoring six points along with seven rebounds and two steals.
Meanwhile, Newport Christian ended up a good deal behind Avalon last Thursday and lost 49-32.
The Webb Schools' defeat dropped their record down to 11-9. As for Newport Christian, their loss dropped their record down to 0-9.
The Webb Schools beat Newport Christian 45-34 in their previous meeting on January 9th. Does The Webb Schools have another victory up their sleeve, or will Newport Christian turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
