Basketball Recap: Flint River Academy Falls Despite Big Games from Jamir Muhammad and D. J. Baums

It was a proper cat-fight when Flint River Academy took on St. Mary's Academy on Saturday. The Flint River Academy Wildcats came up short against the St. Mary's Academy Bobcats, falling 47-25. The game marked the Wildcats' lowest-scoring match so far this season.

Flint River Academy's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of D. J. Baums, who posted six points and 13 rebounds, and Jamir Muhammad, who had 13 points and eight rebounds. Muhammad is crushing it when it comes to rebounds: he's pulled down at least eight every time he's taken the court this season.

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Previous 2 Games

01/04/25 @ St. Mary's Academy	25-47
12/19/24 @ Westwood	42-50

Even though they lost, Flint River Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 18 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive rebounds in 20 consecutive contests dating back to last season.

Flint River Academy's loss dropped their record down to 5-3. As for St. Mary's Academy, their victory bumped their record up to 3-7.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Flint River Academy will face off against Strong Rock Christian at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. As for St. Mary's Academy, they will take on Heritage at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.