Basketball Recap: Tiftarea Academy Comes Up Short

Tiftarea Academy lost against Westfield School back in December of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. The Panthers came up short against the Hornets, falling 64-44. Panthers fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team has lost against the Hornets since Thursday.

Tiftarea Academy's loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 4-5. As for Westfield School, their win bumped their record up to 4-2.

Tiftarea Academy will take on Citizens Christian Academy in a holiday battle at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Westfield School, they won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against Southland Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The Raiders' defense has only allowed 28.1 points per game this season, so the Hornets' offense will have their work cut out for them.