Basketball Recap: Bellows Free Academy Wins High-Profile Game Against Essex

On Tuesday, Bellows Free Academy faced Essex in a battle between two of the state's top teams. The Bellows Free Academy Bobwhites/Comets walked away with a 39-32 victory over the Essex Hornets. The win was some much needed relief for the Bobwhites/Comets as it spelled an end to their five-game losing streak.

Bellows Free Academy's victory bumped their record up to 7-9. As for Essex, they have also traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-6 record this season.

Bellows Free Academy will head out to face off against South Burlington at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Essex, they will be playing at home against Burlington at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.