Basketball Recap: Pahokee Skates Past Riviera Beach Preparatory and Achievement Academy with Ease

There's no place like home for Pahokee, who bounced back after a loss on the road on Tuesday. They took their contest on Thursday with ease, bagging a 52-20 victory over the Riviera Beach Preparatory and Achievement Academy Gladiators. The Blue Devils haven't had any issues with the Gladiators recently, as the game was their third consecutive win against them.

Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Pahokee to victory, but perhaps none more so than Javian Jones, who posted 15 points and five rebounds. Another player making a difference was Kanyon Burton, who earned 13 points and six boards.

The victory got Pahokee back to even at 2-2. As for Riviera Beach Preparatory and Achievement Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-2.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Pahokee won't have much time to rest: their next game is against Central at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Blue Devils will be up against the Cobras' rather soft defense (which has allowed 65 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Riviera Beach Preparatory and Achievement Academy, they will venture away from home to challenge Palm Beach Lakes at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.