First Academy had to start their season on the road on Tuesday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They fell just short of the Taylor Wildcats by a score of 72-70. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it nine in a row.
Despite the loss, First Academy saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Caleb Busby shot 40% from the field on his way to 19 points. Miquel Antonio Boque Echavez was another key player, dropping a double-double with ten points and ten boards.
Christian Nichols was nothing short of spectacular for Taylor: he posted 23 points and seven steals. Another player making a difference was James Thomas, who went 5-for-12 en route to 12 points and three steals.
First Academy has already played their next matchup, a 57-26 win against St. John Lutheran on the 20th. As for Taylor, they will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on International Community at 7:00 p.m. on December 2.
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