After a string of five wins, the Shenandoah Valley Academy Stars's good fortune finally ran out on Tuesday. They fell just short of Wakefield School by a score of 48-46. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat Shenandoah Valley Academy has suffered yet this season.
Shenandoah Valley Academy's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jonothan Pelote, who dropped a double-double on 18 points and 13 rebounds. That's the first time this season that Pelote scored 15 or more points. Joseph Pelote was another key contributor, dropping a double-double on 14 rebounds and ten steals.
Shenandoah Valley Academy's loss dropped their record down to 7-4. As for Wakefield School, their victory was their fifth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 9-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Shenandoah Valley Academy will take on St. John's S at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Wakefield School, they will be playing at home against Tandem Friends at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
