The Grove School was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their 17th straight defeat dating back to last season. They fell 44-37 to the Norton Science & Language Academy Rockets. While the Ravens didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Rockets 13-9 in the first quarter.
Despite the loss, The Grove School still got an impressive performance from Jackson Clemens, who dropped a double-double on 22 points and 19 rebounds. Another player making a difference was Carrick Bartley, who earned six points in addition to five rebounds and two blocks.
Leading Norton Science & Language Academy to victory were Erick Guzman and Armani Roman-Walker. Guzman dropped a double-double on 13 points and 16 rebounds, while Roman-Walker dropped a double-double on ten points and 16 rebounds. The team also got some help courtesy of Jorge Gallardo, who scored three points in addition to seven rebounds and two steals.
The Grove School's loss dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Norton Science & Language Academy, the win got them back to even at 2-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. The Grove School will welcome California School for the Deaf-Riverside at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Norton Science & Language Academy, they will host Calvary Baptist at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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