Ohio High School Basketball - Independence nipped by Eastmoor Academy
December 17, 2021: Columbus, OH 43232 The Eastmoor Academy Warriors tipped the host Independence 76ers basketball team by a final score of 42-37 in Friday's non-league game.
In their next game, the Warriors face the Bishop Watterson Eagles (Columbus, OH) in a non-league game, on Monday, December 20. Eastmoor Academy will attempt to move on its 6-1 season record.
With the defeat, Independence moves to 0-2 on the year. The 76ers host Mifflin (Columbus, OH) to face the Punchers in a non-league game on Tuesday, December 28. The Punchers enter the game with a record of 0-2.
First Quarter
EA started out on a 7 to 0 run to get outscored the rest of the quarter 12 to 2
Second Quarter
Independence kept EA at bay taking a 6 pt. lead at the half
Third Quarter
EA took control in the 2nd half by applying defensive pressure forcing turnovers
Fourth Quarter
EA held their opponent to 6 points in the quarter and sealed the game by being disciplined on the defensive end