The Stringer Red Devils lost against the Sylva Bay Academy Saints back in November, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Tuesday. Stringer took a 49-36 hit to the loss column at the hands of Sylva Bay Academy. Stringer has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Sylva Bay Academy to victory, but perhaps none more so than Reese Shumock, who scored 12 points along with seven rebounds. Another player making a difference was Lily Hatcher, who scored 13 points.
Stringer has been struggling recently, as they've lost nine of their last 11 matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-13 record this season. As for Sylva Bay Academy, the win makes it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 9-5.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Stringer will stay at home for another game and welcome Clarkdale at 6:00 p.m. on December 22nd. Clarkdale has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last three games. Sylva Bay Academy will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Newton County Academy at 6:00 p.m. on January 4, 2024.