Master's Academy and St. Edward squared off in some playoff action on Monday, but Master's Academy had to settle for second. They were beaten by the St. Edward's Pirates 77-48. The Patriots' loss continues a trend for the team, making it three in a row.
Despite the defeat, Master's Academy saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Jamey Blunt posted nine points and three steals. Another player making a difference was Kaleb Fowler, who had six points.
St. Edward's got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Cody Simmonds out in front who dropped a double-double on 17 points and 11 rebounds. Carson Yates was another key player, going 7 of 10 en route to 17 points and five boards.
Master's Academy's loss dropped their record down to 4-21. As for St. Edward's, they are on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four contests, which provided a nice bump to their 11-9 record this season.
Master's Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for St. Edward's, they will square off against Morningside Academy on Wednesday. St. Edward's is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 55.6 points per game this season.
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