Capital was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They fell 48-39 to the Manzano Monarchs. The Jaguars were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Monarchs earlier this season, when they won 60-50.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Manzano to victory, but perhaps none more so than Christian Santillanes, who went 5-for-11 en route to 10 points in addition to seven boards and three steals. What's more, Santillanes posted two blocks, the most he's had since back in December of 2024. Bryce Johnson was another key player, putting up 12 points along with seven rebounds and three blocks.
Capital's record now sits at 8-17. As for Manzano, their win ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 7-18.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Capital will head out to square off against Eldorado at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Capital is facing Eldorado at the right time seeing as Eldorado is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Manzano, they will head out on the road to face off against La Cueva at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in La Cueva's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last five matchups.
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