Cornerstone Charter posted their closest win since November 14, 2024 on Friday. They skirted past the Phoenix Academy Firebirds 69-66.
Cornerstone Charter was led to victory by Lake Bristol and Tyler Smith. Bristol went 9 of 12 en route to 25 points and six rebounds, while Smith dropped a double-double on 19 points and ten boards. Smith is becoming a predictor of Cornerstone Charter's success: when he posts at least ten rebounds the team is 7-2 (and 1-2 when he doesn't). Another player making a difference was Brandon Sorrels, who posted 11 points.
Cornerstone Charter's record now sits at 8-4. As for Phoenix Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost eight of their last nine matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-9 record this season.
Coincidentally, the two teams will both be playing College Prep & Leadership Academy the next time they take the court. Cornerstone Charter will head out to face College Prep & Leadership Academy at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, while Phoenix Academy will head out to face them at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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