If Hammond Academy of Science & Tech was feeling good fresh off their 58-34 takedown of Whiting last Wednesday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Hammond Academy of Science & Tech Hawks were dealt a 64-36 loss at the hands of the Highland Trojans on Friday. The defeat continues a trend for the Hawks in their matchups with the Trojans: they've now lost three in a row.
Hammond Academy of Science & Tech lost despite a true team effort on the offense, the best among them being Jalil Powell, who went 6 for 13 en route to 17 points plus seven rebounds.
Highland's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Justin Pack, who went 6 for 9 en route to 16 points plus two steals. What's more, Pack also posted a 67% field goal percentage, which is the highest he's posted since back in December of 2023. Justin Slaven was another key player, earning ten points in addition to five assists and three steals.
Hammond Academy of Science & Tech now has a losing record at 1-2. As for Highland, their record is now 3-1.
Hammond Academy of Science & Tech will head out to square off against Heritage Christian at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. Heritage Christian is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 64.2 points per game this season. Highland has already played their next match, a 62-33 win against North Newton on the 7th.
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