Kerr-Vance Academy scored the most points they've had all season on Friday, but it wasn't enough. They took a 61-48 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Halifax Academy Vikings. The Spartans have struggled against the Vikings recently, as the game was their third consecutive lost matchup.
Despite the loss, Kerr-Vance Academy had strong showings from M.J. Wright, who dropped a double-double on 16 points and ten rebounds, and Lj Siplen, who went 5 for 12 en route to 10 points plus seven rebounds. What's more, Wright also racked up four threes, the most he's had since back in January. Mason Richardson was another key player, posting five points.
Even though they lost, Kerr-Vance Academy was working as a unit and finished the game with 13 assists. That's the most assists they've managed all season.
It was another big night for Landon Peoples, who went 8 for 19 en route to 20 points plus seven rebounds and five assists for Halifax Academy. The team also got some help courtesy of Jacob Crawford, who earned ten points in addition to five steals.
Kerr-Vance Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 1-9. As for Halifax Academy, they now have a winning record of 4-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Kerr-Vance Academy and Brunswick Academy are set to duel on Friday. As for Halifax Academy, they will square off against Ridgecroft at 8:00 p.m. on Monday.
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