Fulton Science Academy posted their closest win since November 10, 2023 on Tuesday. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the team sidled past the Cross Keys Phoenix 43-40. The win was some much needed relief for the Mustangs as it spelled an end to their six-game losing streak.
Fulton Science Academy found their leader in sophomore Lucas Marks, who went 5 of 9 on his way to 16 points. Jason Beck was another key player, putting up seven points.
Despite the loss, Cross Keys still got an impressive performance from Dre Tucker, who posted 22 points and four steals. Tucker is crushing it when it comes to steals: he's grabbed at least two every time he's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Christian Holmes, who earned seven points and three steals.
Fulton Science Academy's victory bumped their record up to 6-9. As for Cross Keys, they moved to 12-8 with that loss, which also ended their three-game winning streak.
Fulton Science Academy didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next game, a 59-33 defeat against Dominion Christian on the 31st. As for Cross Keys, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next matchup, a 54-32 loss against Excel Christian Academy on the 29th.
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