Mars Hill Academy extended their losing streak to four on Thursday, dropping them down to 5-9. They had to suffer through a 67-18 loss at the hands of the CHESS Christian Royals. Mars Hill Academy was in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 43-13.
They used a three-pronged attack on offense: Ben Thistleton, Asher Atkinson, and Daniel Ashley posted four points each. Ashley also led the team in rebounds with four.
As for CHESS Christian, the victory was the sixth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 12-1. The team dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 43 points.
Silas Kempe was his usual excellent self, shooting 71% from the field en route to 14 points and six steals. He has been hot, having posted two or more steals the last six times he's played. Another player making a difference was Hudson Brooks, who posted five points along with eight assists and eight rebounds.
Coincidentally, Mars Hill Academy and CHESS Christian will both be playing Spring Valley Academy the next time they take the court. Mars Hill Academy will host Spring Valley Academy at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, while CHESS Christian will head out to face them at 8:45 p.m. on the 7th.
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