The Orlando Science Orcas's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Tuesday after their fourth straight loss. They were outmatched by Circle Christian on the road and fell 66-23. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest points Orlando Science has scored all season.
Orlando Science's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Myles Gipson, who scored seven points along with three steals. Another player making a difference was Kenneth Reyes, who scored six points along with seven rebounds and three steals.
Circle Christian's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Cole Bell, who scored 20 points along with six rebounds. Lucas Valdes was another key contributor, scoring 20 points.
Orlando Science has traveled a rocky road recently, as they've lost six of their last eight games, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-8 record this season. As for Circle Christian, their victory bumped their record up to 6-8.
Orlando Science's road trip will continue as they head out to face Crooms Academy at 6:30 p.m. on January 17th. As for Circle Christian, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Elite Prep Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The matchup should be an exciting one, as these teams are ranked near one another in Florida (Elite Prep Academy is ranked 580th, while Circle Christian is ranked 600th).
