The Monsignor McClancy Crusaders will head out to take on the Fordham Prep Rams at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the two teams posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.
On Sunday, Monsignor McClancy was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 61-57 to Monsignor Farrell. While losing is never fun, the Crusaders can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' New York basketball rankings (they are ranked 204th, while the Lions are ranked 80th).
Meanwhile, it may have taken overtime to finish the job, but Fordham Prep ultimately got the result they hoped for on Sunday. They secured a 59-53 W over Moore Catholic. The victory continues a trend for the Rams in their matchups with the Mavericks: they've now won three in a row.
Monsignor McClancy better keep an eye on Brian Kapfer. He was instrumental in Fordham Prep's win, dropping a double-double with 25 points and ten rebounds. That's the most boards Kapfer has posted since back in February of 2025. Another player making a difference was Finbar Duffy, who almost dropped a double-double with 16 points and nine rebounds.
Fordham Prep was working as a unit and finished the game with 16 assists. They are 9-4 when they've passed the ball that well.
Fordham Prep's record is now 11-8. As for Monsignor McClancy, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-13 record this season.
Monsignor McClancy won a game that couldn't have been any closer in their previous meeting back in January, slipping by Fordham Prep 45-44. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Crusaders since the squad won't have the home-court advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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