Trinity Catholic can finally bid farewell to their five-game losing streak thanks to their game on Saturday. They walked away with a 62-49 win over the Meadowbrook Academy Mustangs . That 13 point margin sets a new team best for the Celtics this season.
Trinity Catholic's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Julian Mendez, who went 5 for 11 on his way to 20 points in addition to eight assists and six boards. The team also got some help courtesy of Jadiel Jimenez, who posted 18 points and five rebounds.
Despite the defeat, Meadowbrook Academy saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Zach Ross had 16 points along with seven boards and three steals. Ross has been hot, having posted three or more steals the last five times he's played. Gaige Daugherty was another key player, putting up 11 points.
Trinity Catholic's victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 3-6. As for Meadowbrook Academy, their loss ended a five-game streak of away wins and brought them to 7-2.
Trinity Catholic wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 46-34 win against Mount Dora on the 17th. As for Meadowbrook Academy, they will host Cornerstone Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Cornerstone Academy is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 51.7 points per game this season.
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