Basketball Preview: Merrol Hyde Magnet Hawks vs. Franklin Christian Academy Falcons
The Merrol Hyde Magnet Hawks will look to defend their home court on Monday against the Franklin Christian Academy Falcons at 7:30 p.m. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the two teams posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.
Even though Merrol Hyde Magnet couldn't quite topple the Warriors on Thursday, it was still a huge improvement compared to the 32-point loss they took when the two last played. Merrol Hyde Magnet really took it to the Warriors for the full four quarters, racking up a 61-34 victory at home. The victory was just what Merrol Hyde Magnet needed coming off of a 64-35 defeat in their prior match.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Merrol Hyde Magnet to victory, but perhaps none more so than Sam Mullins, who scored 18 points along with two steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Tucker Smith, who scored 11 points along with five rebounds.
Meanwhile, Franklin Christian Academy scored the most points they've had all season to find success on Tuesday. They walked away with a 74-66 win over Lancaster Christian Academy.
Merrol Hyde Magnet's victory bumped their record up to 5-14. As for Franklin Christian Academy, their win bumped their record up to 4-9.
Merrol Hyde Magnet beat the Falcons 72-65 when the teams last played back in December of 2023. Will Merrol Hyde Magnet repeat their success, or do the Falcons have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
