Global Outreach Charter Academy lost to Mandarin on December 4th, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Saturday. The Global Outreach Charter Academy Kodiaks sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 51-48 win over the Mandarin Mustangs. The victory was all the more spectacular given the Kodiaks' disadvantage in MaxPreps' Florida basketball rankings (they are ranked 665th, while the Mustangs are ranked 114th).
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Global Outreach Charter Academy to victory, but perhaps none more so than Jensie Lugo-Torres, who posted 13 points. Another player making a difference was Deshawn Citizen, who put up 12 points in addition to eight boards and three blocks.
Kodiaks
| 12/28/24 vs Mandarin | 51-48 |
| 12/27/24 vs Patel | 54-40 |
The win made it two in a row for Global Outreach Charter Academy and bumps their season record up to 5-10. As for Mandarin, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 11-3 record this season.
Global Outreach Charter Academy will venture away from home to challenge Trinity Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on January 6, 2025. As for Mandarin, they will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on St. Joseph Academy at 7:00 p.m. on January 7, 2025.
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