Even though the DCP Alum Rock Lobos have not done well against the Mountain View Academy Mustangs recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. DCP Alum Rock took down the Mustangs 61-44. Winning may never get old, but DCP Alum Rock sure is getting used to it with their fourth in a row.
Tony Clarida was his usual excellent self, dropping a double-double on 27 points and 11 rebounds. He is on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed two or more in the last seven games he's played. Another player making a difference was Isidro Cigarroa Fores, who scored eight points along with eight rebounds and five assists.
Mountain View Academy's loss came despite strong showings from Christopher Mercado and Daniel Malo. Mercado scored ten points along with six rebounds and five steals, while Malo scored 14 points.
DCP Alum Rock is on a roll lately: they've won six of their last seven games, which provided a nice bump to their 9-7 record this season. As for Mountain View Academy, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-7.
DCP Alum Rock will be playing in front of their home fans against the Wolfpack at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. KIPP San Jose Collegiate is looking to tack on another W to their four-game streak on the road. As for Mountain View Academy, they will face off against the Falcons at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Pacific Union College Prep will be looking to extend their current three-game winning streak.
