Basketball Recap: Raleigh Charter Phoenix vs. Franklin Academy Patriots
After soaring to 57 points the game before, Raleigh Charter was a bit more limited in their game on Friday. They were dealt a 78-27 defeat at the hands of the Franklin Academy Patriots. The loss continues a trend for the Phoenix in their matchups with the Patriots: they've now lost four in a row.
Franklin Academy's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Micah Rutledge, who dropped a double-double on ten points and 12 rebounds. Rutledge is on a roll when it comes to rebounds, as he's now pulled down eight or more in the last four games he's played. Aiden Henrie was another key player, going 5 for 7 en route to 13 points plus five rebounds.
Raleigh Charter's defeat dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Franklin Academy, the win was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 7-1.
Raleigh Charter will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Triangle Math & Science at 7:30 p.m. on December 19th. As for Franklin Academy, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Granville Central at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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