Basketball Recap: Richard Winn Academy's Win on Friday Extends Winning Streak to Eight

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Previous Games

01/24/25 @ Newberry Academy	37-25
01/15/25 vs Anderson Christian	66-49
01/14/25 vs Cambridge Academy	69-45
01/09/25 vs King Academy	49-14
01/07/25 vs Wardlaw Academy	68-55
+ 3 more games

Richard Winn Academy waltzed into their matchup on Friday with seven straight wins... but they left with eight. They came out on top against Newberry Academy by a score of 37-25. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 36-31 back in December of 2024.

Richard Winn Academy got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Colin Davis out in front who went 5 for 9 on his way to 17 points and five boards. Charlie Bonds was another key player, putting up five points and 13 rebounds.

Richard Winn Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 12 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive boards in five consecutive contests.

Richard Winn Academy's win bumped their record up to 12-3. As for Newberry Academy, their defeat ended a nine-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 8-6.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Richard Winn Academy will take on Wardlaw Academy at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. Richard Winn Academy is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 55.2 points per game this season. As for Newberry Academy, they will square off against Cambridge Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.