Banks Academy is 0-6 against Bessemer Academy since December of 2020 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Monday. The Banks Academy Jets will be playing at home against the Bessemer Academy Rebels at 6:00 p.m. Given that the pair suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this matchup.
Last Tuesday, Banks Academy was beaten by Autauga Academy 63-28. Banks Academy has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Meanwhile, Bessemer Academy came up short against Coosa Valley Academy on Tuesday and fell 41-33.
Even though the team lost, they still had their share of impressive performances. One of the most dominant came from Merritt Morris, who scored 7 points along with 15 rebounds. She is on a roll when it comes to rebounds, as she's now pulled down eight or more in the last three games she's played. Jada Harris was another key contributor, scoring 6 points along with 9 rebounds.
The losses dropped Banks Academy to 0-2 and Autauga Academy to 6-2.
Banks Academy ended up a good deal behind Bessemer Academy in their previous meeting back in December of 2022, losing 47-30. Will Banks Academy have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more basketball content.
