The BASIS Phoenix Firebirds's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Monday after their fifth straight loss. They were outmatched by Heritage Academy at home and fell 72-16. BASIS Phoenix was in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 38-9.
Danye Sypho was his usual excellent self, scoring 25 points along with 8 rebounds and 6 steals for Heritage Academy. That makes it three consecutive games in which Sypho has scored at least 25% of Heritage Academy's points. Cameron Irby was another key contributor, scoring 12 points along with 6 rebounds and 4 steals.
BASIS Phoenix's loss dropped their record down to 1-5. As for Heritage Academy, the win for they keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. BASIS Phoenix will take on Glendale Prep Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Glendale Prep Academy presents a significant challenge as they come into the match much higher ranked than BASIS Phoenix in Arizona (Glendale Prep Academy is ranked 51st, while BASIS Phoenix is ranked 212th). Heritage Academy will be staying on the road on Thursday to face off against Yuma Catholic at 7:00 p.m. on December 7th.
