The Bishop McLaughlin Catholic Hurricanes can finally bid farewell to their seven-game losing streak thanks to their game on Monday. They put the hurt on Cristo Rey Tampa with a sharp 45-19 win. Bishop McLaughlin Catholic's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
It was another big night for Aliana Arana, who almost dropped a triple-double on 23 points, 16 rebounds, and nine steals. That's the first time this season that she scored 15 or more points. The team also got some help courtesy of Talena McRoberts, who scored two points along with five rebounds and five steals.
Bishop McLaughlin Catholic's win ended a 13-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-7. As for Cristo Rey Tampa, their loss was their seventh straight on the road dating back to last season, which bumped their record down to 1-8.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Bishop McLaughlin Catholic will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Hernando Christian Academy at 6:00 p.m. on January 4, 2024. As for Cristo Rey Tampa, they will head out on the road to face off against Varsity Opponent at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
