The Carolina Academy Bobcats's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Friday after their third straight loss. They fell to Florence Christian 30-24. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Carolina Academy in their matchups with Florence Christian: they've now lost six in a row.
Florence Christian found their leader in underclassman Emerson Poston, who dropped a double-double on 14 points and 16 rebounds. Poston hasn't dropped below two steals for nine straight games.
Carolina Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 5-4. As for Florence Christian, they have been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight games, which provided a nice bump to their 8-6 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Carolina Academy will face off against Orangeburg Prep at 6:15 p.m. on Friday. As for Florence Christian, they will head out on the road to take on Wilson Hall at 6:15 p.m. on Tuesday.
