Los Angeles Leadership Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They were six points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 26-20 heartbreaker at the hands of the Animo De La Hoya Boxers. The Lions were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Boxers earlier this season, when they won 22-17.
When it comes to explaining why Los Angeles Leadership Academy lost, don't look at Alexa Hernandez. Despite the final result, she posted 16 points and seven boards. Zoe Garcia was another key player, putting up no points along with eight rebounds and six blocks.
Lions
| 01/24/25 vs Animo De La Hoya | 20-26 |
| 01/23/25 @ Stern | 19-51 |
| 01/21/25 vs The School of Los Angeles | 17-18 |
Even though they lost, Los Angeles Leadership Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with ten offensive boards. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their offensive rebound total in three consecutive contests.
Animo De La Hoya's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Eva Longoria led the charge by going 6 for 14 en route to 13 points in addition to seven boards and five steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Emily Corona, who scored seven points along with 11 rebounds and four steals.
Los Angeles Leadership Academy's loss dropped their record down to 4-7. As for Animo De La Hoya, their win ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 1-8.
When Los Angeles Leadership Academy and Animo De La Hoya next hit the court, they'll be up against teams who recently just can't seem to lose. Los Angeles Leadership Academy will try to stop Camino Nuevo Dalzell Lance Campus' nine-game winning streak when the meet at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Los Angeles Leadership Academy's defense has only allowed 23.3 points per game this season, so Animo De La Hoya's offense will have their work cut out for them. Similarly, Animo De La Hoya will challenge Stern and their four-game winning streak at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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