Even though the Legacy Charter Eagles have not done well against the South Lake Eagles recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. Legacy Charter narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past South Lake 67-65. Having run the score up that high, both teams probably have some extra defensive drills coming up.
Legacy Charter's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Kyle James, who scored 15 points. Another player making a difference was Emanuel Longchamp, who scored 12 points along with 4 steals.
Several Eagles players turned in solid performances, despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was David PINA, who scored 11 points along with 8 rebounds and 3 steals. kevens charles was another key contributor, scoring 18 points.
Even though they lost, South Lake were smashing the offensive glass and finished the game with 11 offensive rebounds. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Legacy Charter only pulled down a.
The victory makes it two in a row for Legacy Charter and bumps their season record up to 2-3. As for South Lake, their loss was their third straight at home, which bumped their record down to 3-2.
Legacy Charter will take on Central Florida Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Hopefully Central Florida Christian Academy focused on turnovers this week since the team gave up five last Friday. As for South Lake, they will head out on the road to face off against East Ridge at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. East Ridge is still on the hunt for that elusive first 'W'.
