Rocky Mount Academy waltzed into their matchup on Friday with seven straight wins... but they left with eight. They breezed past The Epiphany School of Global Studies Falcons to the tune of 64-35. The final result isn't all that surprising considering the Eagles' considerable advantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina basketball rankings (they are ranked 91st, while the Falcons are ranked 468th).
Rocky Mount Academy got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Taylor Carmichael out in front who posted 17 points and seven assists. The game was Carmichael's third in a row with at least 17 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Berkeley Miller, who earned 14 points and six boards.
Eagles
| 01/30/26 vs The Epiphany School of Global Studies | 23 |
| 01/20/26 @ Liberty Christian Academy | 20 |
| 01/15/26 @ Harrells Christian Academy | 17 |
| 01/13/26 @ Faith Christian | 13 |
| 01/09/26 @ The Epiphany School of Global Studies | 17 |
| + 16 more games |
They weren't the only ones working in the assist department: Rocky Mount Academy was working as a unit and finished the game with 23 assists. That's the most assists they've posted since back in February of 2025.
Rocky Mount Academy's victory bumped their record up to 17-2. As for The Epiphany School of Global Studies, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost seven of their last eight contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-14 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Rocky Mount Academy will challenge Lawrence Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. The Warriors' defense has only allowed 28.6 points per game this season, so the Eagles' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for The Epiphany School of Global Studies, they will square off against Liberty Christian Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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