Horizon was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their 21st straight defeat dating back to last season. They were three points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 58-55 heartbreaker at the hands of the Wekiva Mustangs. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Hawks have suffered since December 27, 2023.
Wekiva got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Jasen Francillon out in front who posted 14 points and eight boards. Those eight rebounds gave Francillon a new career-high. Bryce Deas was another key player, putting up 12 points in addition to seven boards and three steals.
Horizon's defeat dropped their record down to 0-18. As for Wekiva, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 7-11.
Horizon wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 77-69 loss against Lake Buena Vista on the 17th. Wekiva has also already played their next matchup, a 60-46 win against Vanguard on the 18th.
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