Charlotte Elite Academy scored the most points they've had all season on Wednesday, but it wasn't enough. They fell to the Varsity Opponent Varsity Opponent 71-67. The loss was the Soldiers' first of the season.
Charlotte Elite Academy's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Braylon Gray, who went 8 for 15 en route to 16 points plus six steals. Gray is crushing it when it comes to steals: he's grabbed at least three every time he's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Antoine Boone, who went 7 for 13 en route to 18 points.
Even though they lost, Charlotte Elite Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive rebounds. That's the most offensive rebounds they've posted since back in November of 2023.
Charlotte Elite Academy's loss ended a seven-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 3-1.
Charlotte Elite Academy didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next match, an 81-26 defeat against 1 of 1 Academy on the 5th. Varsity Opponent has also already played their next game, a 69-40 loss against San Antonio S.T.E.A.M. Academy on the 4th.
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