International Academy hadn't done well against Bendle recently (they were 0-7 in their previous seven matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The International Academy Phoenix claimed a resounding 72-44 victory over the Bendle Tigers. For the Phoenix, this counts as revenge for the 65-61 win the Tigers walked away with the last time they faced one another back in January.
Despite the loss, Bendle still got an impressive performance from Malis Firman, who scored 18 points in addition to five assists and four steals. Firman is crushing it when it comes to steals: he's grabbed at least four every time he's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Juma Mkakile, who scored seven points in addition to nine rebounds and three steals.
International Academy now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Bendle, their loss was their first of the season and also makes their record 2-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. International Academy will venture away from home to challenge Beecher at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. International Academy knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with 55 points or more in their past three games -- so hopefully Beecher likes a good challenge. As for Bendle, they will head out on the road to face off against Caro at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Caro will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Bendle surely won't give up without a fight.
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