Riviera Beach Preparatory and Achievement Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. The game between them and the Forest Hill Falcons didn't end well, with the Riviera Beach Preparatory and Achievement Academy Gladiators falling 58-43.
Despite the loss, Riviera Beach Preparatory and Achievement Academy saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Hershell Reynolds dropped a double-double on 18 points and 12 rebounds. Reynolds is on a roll when it comes to rebounds, as he's now pulled down eight or more in the last 16 games he's played dating back to last season. Another player making a difference was Brian Williams, who had 13 points in addition to six rebounds and four blocks.
Even though they lost, Riviera Beach Preparatory and Achievement Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 16 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 12 offensive rebounds in 16 consecutive matches dating back to last season.
Forest Hill's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Kavin Walker, who almost dropped a double-double on 12 points and nine rebounds. Da'Quan Anderson was another key player, dropping a double-double on 15 points and ten rebounds.
Riviera Beach Preparatory and Achievement Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 1-5. As for Forest Hill, the victory snapped their losing streak at four games and leaves them with a 4-5 record.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Riviera Beach Preparatory and Achievement Academy will venture away from home to challenge Santaluces at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Forest Hill, they will head out to square off against Leonard at 7:30 p.m. on Monday.
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