Christian Brothers had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They skirted past the Venture Academy Mustangs 72-70. This was payback for the Falcons, who suffered a 68-60 loss the last time these two teams met.
Christian Brothers' victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Braeden Hennelly, who shot 42% from the field on his way to 22 points and five boards. The team also got some help courtesy of Jaden DeJesus-Eves, who almost dropped a double-double with 12 points and nine rebounds.
Several Mustangs players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Jayden Akuva, who went 7-for-14 en route to 15 points in addition to five assists and three steals. Akuva is on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed two or more in each of the last six games he's played dating back to last season. Another player making a difference was Josiah Johnson, who shot 44% from the field to rack up 18 points.
Coming up, Christian Brothers will take on Cathedral at 2:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Venture Academy, they will square off against McClymonds at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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