The Catlin Gabel Eagles's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Tuesday after their third straight loss. They took a 57-47 hit to the loss column at the hands of Portland Adventist Academy. Catlin Gabel was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Portland Adventist Academy apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in January of 2023.
Portland Adventist Academy's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Dane Petersen, who dropped a double-double on 18 points and ten rebounds. Petersen is on a roll when it comes to rebounds, as he's now pulled down eight or more in the last seven games he's played. Jayden Byram was another key contributor, scoring 16 points.
Catlin Gabel has not been sharp recently, as they've lost five of their last six matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-8 record this season. As for Portland Adventist Academy, their win was their fifth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 10-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Catlin Gabel will take on Horizon Christian at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. The matchup should be an exciting one, as these teams are ranked near one another in Oregon (Horizon Christian is ranked 152nd, while Catlin Gabel is ranked 135th). As for Portland Adventist Academy, they will be playing at home against Westside Christian at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Westside Christian will be looking to extend their current 11-game winning streak.
