Academic Magnet was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their eighth straight defeat. They came up short against the Stratford Knights, falling 69-47. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Raptors of the 50-42 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in November of 2022.
Stratford found their leader in sophomore Herman Smith, who posted 16 points and six boards. Another player making a difference was Terrell Ross, who put up 12 points.
Academic Magnet's defeat dropped their record down to 1-10. As for Stratford, with the win, they broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 3-4.
Academic Magnet wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 90-39 loss against University on the 27th. Stratford has also already played their next game, a 66-57 victory against Cabell Midland on the 27th.
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