Morningside Academy was the 51-39 winner over Merritt Island Christian when they last played one another back in February of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Morningside Academy Eagles were just a bucket shy of victory on Friday and fell 44-43 to the Merritt Island Christian Cougars.
Despite the loss, Morningside Academy still got an impressive performance from Elijah Bell, who went 6 of 14 en route to 18 points and five rebounds. Stephen Moss was another key player, putting up nine points and eight boards.
Merritt Island Christian got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Connor Angstadt out in front who posted 14 points and five rebounds. Another player making a difference was Trey Nevad, who went 7 for 14 on his way to 14 points and seven boards.
Morningside Academy's loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 12-9. As for Merritt Island Christian, they now have a winning record of 9-8.
Morningside Academy has already played their next matchup, a 68-60 victory against Melbourne Central Catholic on the 25th. As for Merritt Island Christian, they are taking a road trip to challenge Florida Prep at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Florida Prep will roll in looking for their ninth straight win, something Merritt Island Christian surely won't give up without a fight.
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