Classical Magnet's loss ends three-game winning streak at home

By Team Reports Jan 9, 2024, 9:29pm

Recap: Classical Magnet Gladiators vs. Academy of Science and Innovation Ravens

The Classical Magnet Gladiators pushed their score all the way to 60 on Tuesday, but even that wasn't enough to win. They fell 67-60 to Academy of Science and Innovation. It was the first time this season that Classical Magnet let down their fans at home.

Academy of Science and Innovation had a senior duo take command as Amari Cruz dropped a double-double on 29 points and 13 rebounds and Jamal Kulaib scored 22 points along with seven steals. The matchup was Cruz's fourth in a row with at least ten points. Another player making a difference was Amir Bolden, who scored two points along with five steals.

Classical Magnet's loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 5-2. As for Academy of Science and Innovation, the victory (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 6-1-1.

Classical Magnet will look to defend their home court on Friday against Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy at 7:00 p.m. As for Academy of Science and Innovation, they will head out on the road to face off against Sports & Medical Sciences Academy at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday. The matchup should be an exciting one, as these teams are ranked near one another in Connecticut (Sports & Medical Sciences Academy is ranked 26th, while Academy of Science and Innovation is ranked 36th).