Far Rockaway had to endure a nine-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. It was close, but they ultimately received the gift of a 50-48 win from a begrudging Seahorses squad. The victory was all the more spectacular given their disadvantage in MaxPreps' New York basketball rankings (they are ranked 206th, while the Eagles are ranked 53rd).
Far Rockaway's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-8. As for Eagle Academy III, the defeat snapped their winning streak at five games and leaves them with a 5-2 record.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Far Rockaway will get to enjoy the win for a while: their next game is against Forest Hills at 5:00 p.m. on January 7, 2025. Eagle Academy III also won't see the court for a while: their next matchup is against Van Buren at 5:00 p.m. on January 7, 2025. Eagle Academy III is facing Van Buren at the right time seeing as Van Buren is stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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