Mariner was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their 15th straight defeat dating back to last season. They were outmatched by the First Baptist Academy Lions and fell 74-44. While losing is never fun, the Tritons can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Florida basketball rankings (they are ranked 691st, while the Lions are ranked 90th).
Mariner's loss dropped their record down to 0-14. As for First Baptist Academy, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 11-0.
Mariner will get a bit of extra time to process the defeat as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Port Charlotte at 7:00 p.m. on January 9, 2025. As for First Baptist Academy, they will be taking part in a tournament against Mater Academy Charter at 12:20 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in First Baptist Academy's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last five contests.
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