The American Leadership Academy-Johnston Patriots and the J.F. Webb Warriors are set to duel on Friday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the two teams posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.
Having struggled with seven defeats in a row dating back to last season, American Leadership Academy-Johnston finally turned things around against East Wake Academy on Monday. They came out on top against the Eagles by a score of 57-50. The Patriots' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Meanwhile, J.F. Webb entered their match against Person on Tuesday without any home losses, but there's a first time for everything. J.F. Webb took a 78-62 bruising from Person. The Warriors have struggled against the Rockets recently, as the game was their ninth consecutive lost matchup.
Even though the team lost, they still had their share of impressive performances. One of the best came from Joshua Barnette, who went 7 for 11 en route to 16 points plus seven rebounds and three steals. He has been hot recently, having posted two or more steals the last three times he's played. Kaylin Thorpe was another key player, posting 20 points.
Even though they lost, J.F. Webb smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with ten offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive rebounds in five consecutive games.
American Leadership Academy-Johnston's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for J.F. Webb, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 4-1.
American Leadership Academy-Johnston was taken down by J.F. Webb 79-41 in their previous meeting back in February. Thankfully for American Leadership Academy-Johnston, Jabari Hunter (who went 8 for 16 en route to 19 points plus six rebounds and three steals) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? There's only one way to find out.
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