Academic Magnet was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They lost 51-28 to the Philip Simmons Iron Horses. Sadly, that's the second time they've come up short against the Raptors this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 39-26 back in January.
| 02/04/25 vs Philip Simmons | 6 |
| 01/16/24 vs Lake Marion | 7 |
| 12/08/23 @ Hanahan | 7 |
| 02/09/24 vs Lake Marion | 5 |
| 11/23/24 vs Andrew Jackson Academy | 5 |
Academic Magnet's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Sophia Benich, who posted nine points and six rebounds. That's the most boards Benich has posted since back in January of 2024.
Even though they lost, Academic Magnet smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 13 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 11 offensive boards in six consecutive matchups.
Philip Simmons' win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Germany Moore, who dropped a double-double on 19 points and 19 rebounds. Moore is on a roll when it comes to boards, as she's now pulled down nine or more in the last seven games she's played. Kenira Holmes was another key player, dropping a double-double on ten points and 20 rebounds.
Academic Magnet's loss dropped their record down to 6-12. As for Philip Simmons, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 8-13.
Academic Magnet will head out on the road to take on Woodland at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Philip Simmons, they will take on Timberland at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Timberland will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Philip Simmons surely won't give up without a fight.
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