Basketball Recap: Riviera Beach Preparatory and Achievement Academy Gladiators vs. Somerset Academy - Canyons Cougars
Riviera Beach Preparatory and Achievement Academy had to start their season on the road on Monday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They took a 70-57 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Somerset Academy - Canyons Cougars. The Gladiators' defeat continues a trend for the team, making it five in a row dating back to last season.
Despite the loss, Riviera Beach Preparatory and Achievement Academy still got an impressive performance from Hershell Reynolds, who dropped a double-double on 43 points and 12 rebounds. Reynolds is on a roll when it comes to rebounds, as he's now pulled down eight or more in the last 11 games he's played dating back to last season. The team also got some help courtesy of Jashaun Baker, who posted five points along with ten rebounds and three steals.
Even though they lost, Riviera Beach Preparatory and Achievement Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 12 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 12 offensive rebounds in 11 consecutive games dating back to last season.
Riviera Beach Preparatory and Achievement Academy has already played their next matchup, a 66-60 loss against Jupiter Christian on the 19th. As for Somerset Academy - Canyons, they will take on Cardinal Newman at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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