Basketball Recap: Laurens Academy Comes Up Short + How To Watch

Laurens Academy lost against First Presbyterian Academy at Shannon Forest back in January and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. Laurens Academy took a 40-34 hit to the loss column at the hands of First Presbyterian Academy at Shannon Forest.

First Presbyterian Academy at Shannon Forest's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Braylen Wilkins, who went 5-for-9 on his way to 10 points and seven boards. Another player making a difference was Marshall Bears, who posted nine points and seven rebounds.

Laurens Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 2-2. As for First Presbyterian Academy at Shannon Forest, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 5-3.

Coming up, Laurens Academy won't have much time to rest: their next game is against Palmetto HomeSchool at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Crusaders will need to watch out since the Guardians have now posted at least 55 points every time they've taken the court this season. As for First Presbyterian Academy at Shannon Forest, they also won't have to wait long for more action: they'll take on Our Lady of the Rosary at 6:15 p.m. on Friday.