Bell Creek Academy lost against Wiregrass Ranch back in November of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Wednesday. The Panthers fell 72-68 to the Bulls. Despite running the score up even higher than they did in their prior game on Monday (59), the Panthers still had to take the loss.
Several Panthers players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Derrick Muse, who went 9-for-19 to rack up 23 points along with six rebounds and five steals. Another player making a difference was Jaylan Johnson, who shot 44% from the field on his way to 17 points in addition to seven assists and five steals.
Wiregrass Ranch got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Ajayden Jenkins out in front who almost dropped a double-double with 24 points and nine boards. Those nine rebounds gave Jenkins a new career-high. Jackson Swedenburg was another key player, putting up eight points and 26 boards.
Bell Creek Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Wiregrass Ranch, they have started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it.
Looking ahead, Bell Creek Academy will take on Westwood Christian in a tournament on the 28th. As for Wiregrass Ranch, they will be playing at home against Sickles at 2:30 p.m. on Monday.
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