After a string of five wins, the Rio Hondo Prep Kares's good fortune finally ran out on Friday. They took a 52-42 hit to the loss column at the hands of United Christian Academy. Rio Hondo Prep was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as United Christian Academy apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in November of 2021.
Rio Hondo Prep's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Emma Carson, who scored 6 points along with 5 rebounds. Carson is absolutely dominating the steal category: she's posted at least two every time she's taken the court this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Sydney Diaz, who scored 9 points.
Rio Hondo Prep struggled to work together and finished the game with only a assist. They were crushed by their opponents in that department as United Christian Academy racked up ten.
United Christian Academy's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jordin E, who scored 18 points along with 8 steals. E hasn't dropped below two steals for five straight games. Another player making a difference was Natalie E, who dropped a double-double on 14 points and 11 steals.
Rio Hondo Prep's defeat dropped their record down to 5-1. As for United Christian Academy, their win bumped their record up to 8-2.
Rio Hondo Prep will look to defend their home court on Saturday against Montclair at 4:00 p.m. Montclair is coming into the contest hot, having won their last three games. As for United Christian Academy, they will square off against Chaffey at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday.
