Charleston Math & Science won the last time they faced Lowcountry Wildcats Athletics, and things went their way on Tuesday too. The Charleston Math & Science Riptide came out on top in a nail-biter against the Lowcountry Wildcats Athletics Wildcats , sneaking past 63-60. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Riptide have posted since December 13, 2023.
Charleston Math & Science's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Ben Gilliard, who posted 25 points in addition to seven rebounds and three steals. Gilliard is crushing it when it comes to points: he's scored at least 16 every time he's taken the court this season. Charlie Hider was another key player, earning 15 points plus five rebounds and three steals.
Despite the loss, Lowcountry Wildcats Athletics saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Daniel Maenche went 12 for 13 en route to 24 points plus two blocks. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Maenche has scored all season. The team also got some help courtesy of Jadon Cox, who went 8 for 15 en route to 23 points.
The win was the third in a row for Charleston Math & Science, bringing their record for this year to 3-1. Those good results were due in large part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 66.7 points per game. As for Lowcountry Wildcats Athletics, they moved to 5-2 with that defeat, which also ended their four-game winning streak.
Charleston Math & Science will face off against Charleston Collegiate at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Charleston Collegiate has been dominant on offense recently, as they've racked up an incredible 197 points over their last three matchups. As for Lowcountry Wildcats Athletics, they will square off against Military Magnet Academy at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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