The Hawthorne Math & Science Academy The Aviators lost to the Vistamar Vikings back in December of 2023, but the Hawthorne Math & Science Academy The Aviators didn't allow the Vistamar Vikings the same satisfaction on Friday. Hawthorne Math & Science Academy skirted past Vistamar 46-44.
When it comes to explaining why Vistamar lost, one person who can't be blamed is Isaiah Hill. Despite the final result, he dropped a double-double on 30 points and ten rebounds. Hill has been hot recently, having posted eight or more rebounds the last ten times he's played. Sebastian Eckstein was another key contributor, scoring six points along with six rebounds.
Hawthorne Math & Science Academy is on a roll lately: they've won five of their last six matchups, which provided a massive bump to their 9-6 record this season. As for Vistamar, their loss dropped their record down to 14-5.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Hawthorne Math & Science Academy won't have much time to rest: their next match is against Rolling Hills Prep at 4:00 p.m. on January 27th. Rolling Hills Prep will be looking to keep their three-game home win streak alive. As for Vistamar, they will head out on the road to square off against California Academy of Math & Science at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. California Academy of Math & Science will be looking to extend their current four-game winning streak.
