On Friday, the IMG Academy Navy Ascenders came up short against the ABF Academy Cowboys and fell 67-54. While losing is never fun, the Ascenders can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Florida basketball rankings (they are ranked 454th, while the Cowboys are ranked 153rd).
ABF Academy got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Estoyan Vargas out in front who posted 19 points. Vargas continues to improve, besting his previous point total in each of the last three games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Miguel Ruiz, who earned 15 points.
IMG Academy Navy has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-7 record this season. That patch can't be blamed on the team's offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 58.0 points per game. As for ABF Academy, they pushed their record up to 15-7 with the win, which was their eighth straight at home dating back to last season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. IMG Academy Navy will host Varsity Opponent at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. As for ABF Academy, they will welcome Victory Rock Prep at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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