Academy for Urban Scholars was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their 15th straight loss dating back to last season. They took a blow against the East Palestine Bulldogs, falling 60-9. The Hawks were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 43-4.
East Palestine found their leader in sophomore RJ May, who went 5 for 6 on his way to 14 points and four steals. Those 14 points set a new season-high mark for May. Drew Bycroft was another key player, putting up six points and four steals.
Academy for Urban Scholars' defeat dropped their record down to 0-7. As for East Palestine, they now have a winning record of 4-3.
Academy for Urban Scholars will get a bit of extra time to process the loss as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on McKinley at 7:00 p.m. on January 8, 2025. As for East Palestine, they will look to defend their home court on Thursday against Medina Christian Academy at 2:30 p.m.
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