Basketball Recap: Master's Academy Takes Loss Despite Strong Efforts from Phoenix Henderson and Addison Bridwell

Master's Academy lost against Jupiter Christian back in November of 2023 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Master's Academy Patriots took a 34-20 bruising from the Jupiter Christian Eagles.

Despite the loss, Master's Academy had strong showings from Addison Bridwell, who posted no points along with six boards and three steals, and Phoenix Henderson, who had four points in addition to five boards and five steals. Henderson has been hot, having posted four or more steals the last six times she's played.

Even though they lost, Master's Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 11 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 11 offensive rebounds in six consecutive contests.

Jupiter Christian was led to victory by Addison Simmons and Anna Norus. Simmons put up 15 points along with seven rebounds and four steals, while Norus posted five points in addition to 11 boards and three steals. The dominant performance also gave Norus a new career-high in assists (four). Another player making a difference was Jenna Albright, who had two points in addition to five boards and three steals.

Master's Academy dropped their record down to 6-7 with the defeat, which was their third straight at home. As for Jupiter Christian, their record is now 2-6.

While Master's Academy had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.