Halifax Academy had to hit the road for their first game and it wasn't the result they were hoping for. They were outmatched by the Rocky Mount Academy Eagles and fell 59-27. The Vikings have struggled against the Eagles recently, as the game was their fifth consecutive lost matchup.
Despite the loss, Halifax Academy saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Luke Corum posted ten points. Wyatt Crew was another key player, putting up six points and six rebounds.
Among those leading the charge was Jalen Pearce, who scored 16 points in addition to six boards and five assists. Those 16 points gave him a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Holden Haggerty, who had 11 points.
Looking ahead, Halifax Academy will be playing in front of their home fans against Southampton Academy at 6:45 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Rocky Mount Academy, they will head out to face off against Wilson Christian Academy at 7:45 p.m. on Thursday.
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