Uwharrie Charter Academy had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They fell 60-56 to the Falls Lake Firebirds. The Eagles were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Firebirds apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in November of 2024.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Falls Lake to victory, but perhaps none more so than Dalton Parker, who shot 55% from the field en route to 16 points and eight rebounds. What's more, Parker also posted a 50% three-point shooting accuracy, which is the highest he's achieved since back in December of 2024. Camden Cooke was another key player, almost dropping a double-double with 18 points and nine boards.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Uwharrie Charter Academy will look to takes advantage of their home court for the first time this season as they takes on Union Academy at 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Falls Lake, they will welcome Bunn at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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