Mandeville lost against Slidell back in January of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Monday. The Skippers received a blow as they fell 61-45 to the Tigers. The loss put an end to the Skippers' undefeated start to the season.
Slidell was led to victory by Jalen Lucas and Colby Faciane. Lucas went 5-for-7 on his way to 17 points in addition to seven boards and four steals, while Faciane dropped a double-double with 15 points and 11 rebounds. Faciane is becoming a predictor of the Tigers' success: when he posts at least eight boards the team is undefeated (and 1-2 when he doesn't). Jerry Birdlow was another key player, putting up 12 points and seven rebounds.
Having lost for the first time this season, Mandeville fell to 2-1. As for Slidell, their win was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 4-2.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Mandeville won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against Albany at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Slidell, they will head out to take on Warren Easton at 5:10 p.m. on Thursday.
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