Fans were treated to a battle of the Cougars on Monday. The matchup between Central Hinds Academy and Hillcrest Christian didn't end well, with Central Hinds Academy falling 59-42. Central Hinds Academy just can't catch a break and has now endured five losses in a row.
Despite the defeat, Central Hinds Academy saw an underclassman step up: freshman Matthew Fletcher posted 12 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Charlie McLendon, who put up six points.
Hillcrest Christian got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Taylor Milton out in front who went 6-for-11 on his way to 16 points in addition to six boards and four steals. Milton is on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed two or more in each of the last three games he's played. Delbrico Nicholson also deserves some recognition as he posted his first assists of the season.
Central Hinds Academy's loss dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Hillcrest Christian, their victory bumped their record up to 5-3.
Coming up, Central Hinds Academy will look to defend their home court on Friday against Brookhaven Academy at 7:45 p.m. As for Hillcrest Christian, they have already played their next game, a 58-20 win against Porter's Chapel Academy on the 2nd.
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