The Columbus Torah Academy Lions couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They took a serious blow against Horizon Science Academy on Monday, falling 53-23. Columbus Torah Academy has struggled against Horizon Science Academy recently, as their contest on Monday was their fourth consecutive lost matchup.
Horizon Science Academy's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Glory Owoyemi, who scored 17 points along with five rebounds and three steals. That makes it five consecutive games in which Owoyemi has scored at least 25% of Horizon Science Academy's points. Another player making a difference was Halima Elmi, who scored 18 points.
Columbus Torah Academy's loss dropped their record down to 0-1. As for Horizon Science Academy, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 3-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Columbus Torah Academy will get a bit of extra time to process the loss as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Ohio School for the Deaf at 5:30 p.m. on January 23, 2024. Horizon Science Academy won't have much time to rest: their next match is against Columbus School for Girls at 6:30 p.m. on December 12th. Columbus School for Girls is coming into the contest on a three-game losing streak.
