University Prep lost to Eureka back in January, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Saturday. The University Prep Panthers secured a 61-57 W over the Eureka Loggers. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Panthers.
When it comes to explaining why Eureka lost, don't look at Xavier De La Rosa. Despite the final result, he almost dropped a double-double on 15 points and nine boards. What's more, De La Rosa also racked up four assists, the most he's had since back in December of 2024. Another player making a difference was Ryder Mitchell, who posted nine points and eight rebounds.

Panthers
02/01/25 vs Eureka | 61-57 |
01/31/25 vs Anderson | 53-24 |
01/24/25 vs West Valley | 55-50 |
01/14/25 vs Yreka | 67-36 |
12/10/24 vs Foothill | 82-69 |
+ 7 more games |
University Prep's victory was their 12th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 17-7. Those victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 70.4 points over those games. As for Eureka, their loss dropped their record down to 16-8.
University Prep has already played their next game, a 74-65 win against Yreka on the 4th. As for Eureka, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next matchup, a 56-50 victory against Fortuna on the 4th.
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