Barnes Academy extends road losing streak to eight

By Team Reports Jan 17, 2024, 11:37am

Recap: Barnes Academy Vikings vs. Oconee Christian Academy Warriors

If the Barnes Academy Vikings were riding high off their 58-37 takedown of Varsity Opponent last Friday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. Barnes Academy lost to Oconee Christian Academy on the road by a decisive 61-45 margin on Tuesday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Barnes Academy of the 60-46 loss they experienced in the two teams' previous head-to-head fixture back in November of 2021.

Oconee Christian Academy was led to victory by Carson Duncan and Daniel Frick. Duncan scored 13 points along with seven assists and five rebounds, while Frick scored 21 points along with six rebounds. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Frick has scored all season. Chuck Brooks was another key contributor, scoring nine points along with seven rebounds and two steals.

Barnes Academy bumped their record down to 2-4 with that loss, which was their eighth straight on the road dating back to last season. As for Oconee Christian Academy, their win bumped their record up to 6-8.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Barnes Academy will take on Cambridge Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Hopefully Cambridge Academy focused on turnovers this week since the team gave up 16 on Tuesday. As for Oconee Christian Academy, they will look to defend their home court on Thursday against Laurens Academy at 7:00 p.m.