Basketball Recap: Academy for Classical Education Starts Season with Victory Against Jordan

By Team Reports Nov 18, 2024, 7:50am

Basketball Recap: Academy for Classical Education Gryphons vs. Jordan Red Jackets

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Academy for Classical Education took care of business in their home opener on Saturday. They came out on top against the Jordan Red Jackets by a score of 57-49. The score was all tied up 25-25 at the break, but the Gryphons were the better team in the second half.

Academy for Classical Education found their leader in sophomore Brady Balkcom, who almost dropped a double-double on 19 points and nine steals. Another player making a difference was Camden Bailey, who had 13 points in addition to five rebounds and two steals.

Jordan is on a ten-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.

Academy for Classical Education will hit the road for the first time this season to face off against Georgia Military College at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Jordan, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Northside at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday.

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