Cross kicked off their season on the road on Monday and hit a couple of potholes. They took a blow against the Hilton Head Christian Academy Eagles, falling 74-39. The Stingrays just can't catch a break and have now endured eight losses in a row dating back to last season.
Cross' loss came despite strong showings from William Ross Peery and Zach Nicastro. Peery posted 13 points in addition to five assists and five rebounds, while Nicastro earned 13 points. Those five assists gave Peery a new career-high.
Hilton Head Christian Academy was led to victory by Jake Wood and Finn Ussery. Wood went 7 for 13 en route to 20 points plus eight rebounds and seven assists, while Ussery almost dropped a double-double on 14 points and nine rebounds. Another player making a difference was Morris Fields Jr, who posted six points plus five rebounds.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cross will head out to take on Hilton Head Prep at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Hilton Head Christian Academy, they won't have much time to rest: their next match is against Coastal HomeSchool at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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