Flint River Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They were dealt a 72-31 defeat at the hands of the Strong Rock Christian Patriots. The Wildcats lost against the Patriots in their previous head to head back in January of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 91-16 score last time.
Loss or not, Flint River Academy got some senior leadership from Jamir Muhammad and D. J. Baums. Muhammad posted ten points and seven rebounds, while Baums put up six points in addition to seven rebounds and three steals. Another player making a difference was Ethan Newman, who had seven points and six rebounds.
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| 01/06/25 @ Strong Rock Christian | 31-72 |
| 01/04/25 @ St. Mary's Academy | 25-47 |
| 12/19/24 @ Westwood | 42-50 |
Even though they lost, Flint River Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 13 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive rebounds in 21 consecutive matchups dating back to last season.
Todd Raleigh was his usual excellent self, going 10 of 15 on his way to 25 points along with seven rebounds and three steals for Strong Rock Christian. The team also got some help courtesy of Blake Burghardt, who posted eight points and six boards.
Flint River Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 5-4. As for Strong Rock Christian, their record now sits at 10-4.
Flint River Academy didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next game, a 62-55 loss against LaGrange Academy on the 7th. As for Strong Rock Christian, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next contest, a 61-41 victory against Konos Academy on the 7th.
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