Apache Junction had lost seven straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 1-4 to make it eight. They were beaten by the Valley Christian Trojans 103-18. If the Prospectors were looking for revenge after losing 84-17 to the Trojans when the teams met back in February, then they'll just have to keep looking.
Despite the loss, Apache Junction saw an underclassman step up: freshman Kirra Englund posted 11 points.
As for Valley Christian, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 4-3. That looming 103-18 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for them yet this season.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Valley Christian to victory, but perhaps none more so than Ellie Phillips, who almost dropped a double-double with 32 points and nine assists. The game was Phillips' third in a row with at least 17 points. Addison Krupnik was another key player, dropping a double-double with 23 points and 20 rebounds.
Apache Junction has already played their next contest, a 73-10 defeat against Payson on the 4th. As for Valley Christian, they will look to defend their home court on Friday against ALA - West Foothills at 4:00 p.m.
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