Norton Science & Language Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat. They were beaten by the Bethel Christian Kings 69-25. Sadly, that's the second time they've come up short against the Rockets this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 64-32 back in December of 2024.
Several Rockets players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Richard Pelayo, who posted eight points. Armani Roman-Walker was another key player, putting up six points.
Bethel Christian got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Joseph Kyababchian out in front who went 6 for 7 en route to 18 points along with five assists and five steals. Kyababchian is on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed four or more in the last three games he's played. Another player making a difference was Chris Lahham, who went 10 of 12 on his way to 24 points.
Norton Science & Language Academy's loss dropped their record down to 3-9. As for Bethel Christian, they pushed their record up to 10-6 with the victory, which was their fifth straight on the road.
Norton Science & Language Academy wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next matchup, an 80-30 defeat against Cornerstone Christian on the 24th. Bethel Christian has also already played their next contest, a 61-26 win against Hamilton on the 25th.
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