The Benedictine Mesa Redhawks came out firing in a dominant performance over Park-Gilbert, securing a 91–67 victory.
First Half
Benedictine raced to an early lead with strong finishes from
Kamron Robinson and
Damian Zivak, quickly pushing the score to 46–21.
Malik Payton and
Eric Blackwell added timely baskets, while Robinson anchored the defense with key rebounds and blocks. Park-Gilbert struggled to find rhythm, with Mahlik Lindsey and David Onyeogaziri providing the main scoring threats. By halftime, the Redhawks had built a commanding lead, setting the tone for the rest of the game.
Second Half
The Redhawks maintained control in the second half, opening with baskets from Zivak and Robinson. Park-Gilbert made a small push, cutting the deficit to 50–31, but Benedictine responded with strong defensive pressure and transition scoring. Payton, Howard, and Dunn kept the momentum on the Redhawks' side, with Howard contributing points in transition and from the free-throw line. Key plays, including Payton's breakaway dunk and Zivak's three-pointer, ensured the lead never dipped below 20. Balanced scoring and consistent defensive effort allowed the Redhawks to cruise to a 91–67 win.
Key Performers
Looking Ahead: The Redhawks are back on the court on Monday as they take on CETYS for their senior night.
