Even though the Anderson C Cavaliers scored an imposing 59 points on Monday, the New Hope Leadership Academy Gladiators still came out on top. New Hope Leadership Academy secured a 63-59 W over Anderson C. Given New Hope Leadership Academy's advantage in MaxPreps' South Carolina basketball rankings (they are ranked 223rd, while Anderson C is ranked 578th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
New Hope Leadership Academy got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Sugar Eaton out in front who scored 28 points. That makes it three consecutive games in which Eaton has scored at least a third of New Hope Leadership Academy's points. Another player making a difference was Trey Hampton, who scored 19 points.
New Hope Leadership Academy now has a winning record of 6-5. As for Anderson C, they have not been sharp recently, as they've lost six of their last seven contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-9 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. New Hope Leadership Academy will take on Varsity Opponent at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Anderson C, they will be playing in front of their home fans against New Hope Leadership Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
