Basketball Recap: Newman International Academy Takes a Loss

Newman International Academy has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 29.11 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Thursday. They were beaten by the DasCHE Spartans 57-27. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Warriors have suffered since December 8, 2023.

Newman International Academy now has a losing record at 4-5. As for DasCHE, the win (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 7-2.

Newman International Academy won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against Trinity Leadership at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Trinity Leadership will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Newman International Academy surely won't give up without a fight. As for DasCHE, they also won't have to wait long for more action: they'll face off against Ovilla Christian at 1:30 p.m. on Friday. Ovilla Christian is coming into the game with three straight defeats at home, meaning DasCHE will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win.