Basketball Recap: Zion King's Big Game Can't Quite Lead Charleston Math & Science over Philip Simmons

By Team Reports Dec 4, 2024, 8:51am

Basketball Recap: Charleston Math & Science Riptide vs. Philip Simmons Iron Horses

Charleston Math & Science had to hit the road for their first game and it wasn't the result they were hoping for. They fell just short of the Philip Simmons Iron Horses by a score of 53-51 on Friday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Riptide have suffered since January 22nd.

Charleston Math & Science's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Zion King, who scored 17 points plus three steals. What's more, King also racked up four threes, the most he's had since back in November of 2023. Another player making a difference was Ben Gilliard, who posted 16 points in addition to three steals.

Philip Simmons was led to victory by Hudson Hatch and Blake Darby. Hatch dropped a double-double on 16 points and ten rebounds, while Darby dropped a double-double on 14 points and ten rebounds. Jack Mevold was another key player, posting four points.

Charleston Math & Science has already played their next game, a 61-37 victory against Northwood Academy on the 23rd. Philip Simmons has also already played their next matchup, a 47-46 loss against Bishop England on the 23rd.

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