The New School unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They were dealt a 49-22 defeat at the hands of the Academe of the Oaks Firebirds on Thursday. Sadly, the loss continues a streak the team started last season, making it five in a row.
Academe of the Oaks' success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Judah Huckaby led the charge by almost dropping a double-double with 23 points and nine rebounds. Ethan Williams was another key player, dropping a double-double with 12 points and ten assists.
The victory got Academe of the Oaks back to even at 1-1.
Coming up, Academe of the Oaks will look to takes advantage of their home court for the first time this season as they takes on Hills Academy at 4:30 p.m. on the 21st. The New School will be paying especially close attention to Academe of the Oaks' game: after Academe of the Oaks faces off against Atlanta Jewish Academy, they'll take on The New School again at 4:30 p.m. on December 5.
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