Basketball Recap: Chapin Takes a Loss

Chapin was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They were beaten by the James F. Byrnes Rebels 75-46. While losing is never fun, the Eagles can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' South Carolina basketball rankings (they are ranked 93rd, while the Rebels are ranked second).

James F. Byrnes' success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Colt Fowler led the charge by dropping a double-double on 14 points and 13 assists. What's more, Fowler also racked up four steals, the most he's had since back in January. Another player making a difference was Sukhi Singh, who went 6 of 11 en route to 18 points.

Chapin's defeat dropped their record down to 6-6. As for James F. Byrnes, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 11-0.

Chapin will head out to face off against Dorman at 4:30 p.m. on January 3, 2025. As for James F. Byrnes, they won't have much time to rest: their next game is against South Pointe at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday. James F. Byrnes knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 55 points or more in their past 11 matchups -- so hopefully South Pointe likes a good challenge.