It was a good run, but Flint River Academy unfortunately witnessed the end of their four-game winning streak on Thursday. They fell 50-42 to the Westwood Wildcats. If Flint River Academy was looking for revenge after losing 65-55 to them when the teams met, then they'll just have to keep looking.
When it comes to explaining why Flint River Academy lost, don't look at D. J. Baums. Despite the final result, he dropped a double-double on 17 points and 21 boards. Baums is on a roll when it comes to boards, as he's now pulled down nine or more in the last six games he's played. Cole Riner was another key player, putting up eight points and six rebounds.
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Even though they lost, Flint River Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 18 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive rebounds in 19 consecutive games dating back to last season.
Flint River Academy's loss dropped their record down to 5-2. As for Westwood, they moved to 1-6 with that win, which also ended their 14-game losing streak.
A feisty cat fight will be fought when the Flint River Academy Wildcats face off against the St. Mary's Academy Bobcats at 2:00 p.m. on January 4, 2025. Flint River Academy is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 52.3 points per game this season. After both having extra time off, Westwood and Brookwood will shake off the cobwebs and challenge one another at 7:30 p.m. on January 2, 2025. Brookwood will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Westwood surely won't give up without a fight.
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