Tradition Prep hadn't done well against Port St. Lucie recently (they were 0-3 in their previous three matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Tradition Prep Pirates came out on top in a nail-biter against the Port St. Lucie Jaguars, sneaking past 57-54. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Pirates have posted since December 28, 2023.
Tradition Prep got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Aydan Fields out in front who went 9 of 17 on his way to 22 points and five rebounds. The team also got some help courtesy of Ethan Chevres, who posted 13 points in addition to eight assists and six boards.
Port St. Lucie's loss came despite strong showings from Daniel Alexis and Cooper Graham. Alexis almost dropped a double-double on 20 points and nine rebounds, while Graham went 7 of 15 on his way to 16 points along with six assists and six rebounds. What's more, Alexis also racked up three steals, the most he's had since back in November of 2023. Alijah Baez was another key player, putting up eight points.
Pirates
| 12/10/24 vs Port St. Lucie | 57-54 |
| 12/06/24 @ South Fork | 59-58 |
The win made it two in a row for Tradition Prep and bumps their season record up to 2-3. As for Port St. Lucie, they dropped their record down to 1-6 with the loss, which was their third straight on the road.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Tradition Prep will venture away from home to take on Pine at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Port St. Lucie, they will head out to challenge Lincoln Park Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Port St. Lucie is facing Lincoln Park Academy at the right time seeing as Lincoln Park Academy is stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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