Augusta Prep Day proved they can win big last Thursday (they won by 37) and on Saturday they proved they can win the close ones too. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 58-55 victory over the Horse Creek Academy Stallions. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Cavaliers have posted since January 27, 2024.
It was another big night for Elijah McFadgen, who went 7 for 17 on his way to 25 points and five boards. The team also got some help courtesy of Canye Walker, who posted 16 points.
Horse Creek Academy's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Kingston Hightower, who put up 17 points. Aidan Walls was another key player, putting up 14 points.
Augusta Prep Day has been performing well recently as they've won 12 of their last 15 contests, which provided a nice bump to their 14-6 record this season. Those victories came thanks to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 60.2 points per game. As for Horse Creek Academy, their loss was their fifth straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 3-12.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Augusta Prep Day will challenge Westminster Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Augusta Prep Day is coming into the match hot, having won their last six games. As for Horse Creek Academy, they will face off against Wagener-Salley at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Horse Creek Academy is facing Wagener-Salley at the right time seeing as Wagener-Salley is stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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