The Phoenix Academy Firebirds will take on the Surry HomeSchool Runnin' Patriots at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. Hopefully Phoenix Academy focused on turnovers this week as the team gave up 21 two weeks ago.
Two weeks ago, Phoenix Academy was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 61-55 to Bethany Community.
Despite the loss, Phoenix Academy saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Chayse Gallo had 25 points in addition to two steals. Hatim Bouchta was another key player, scoring seven points plus eight rebounds and three steals.
Meanwhile, a victory for Surry HomeSchool just wasn't in the cards on Friday as the team wasn't able to take the lead at any point. They took a blow against Chatham HomeSchool, falling 93-48. The Runnin' Patriots haven't had much luck with the Thunder recently, as the team's come up short the last seven times they've met.
The loss doesn't tell the whole story though, as several players had good games. One of the most active was Dylan Butcher, who scored 20 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Ian Schuyler, who posted 12 points.
Surry HomeSchool's defeat dropped their record down to 4-6. As for Phoenix Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 1-1.
Phoenix Academy couldn't quite finish off Surry HomeSchool in their previous matchup back in February and fell 51-49. Will Phoenix Academy have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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