Redding Christian was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They were one points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 41-40 heartbreaker at the hands of the East Nicolaus Spartans. While the Lions didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Spartans 16-11 in the first quarter.
East Nicolaus' win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Rylee Gillespie, who posted 12 points and three steals. Gillespie has been hot, having posted two or more steals the last six times she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Makinze Massey, who put up nine points along with eight rebounds and four blocks.
Redding Christian's loss dropped their record down to 3-5. As for East Nicolaus, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 9-2.
A feisty cat fight will be fought when the Redding Christian Lions duke it out with the Weed Cougars at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. As for East Nicolaus, they will host West Valley at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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