Elite Academy had to hit the road for their first game and it wasn't the result they were hoping for. They fell 56-48 to the ABF Academy Cowboys on Friday. Sadly, the loss continues a streak the team started last season, making it four in a row.
Elite Academy's defeat came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Liam Burell, who posted 18 points and eight rebounds. The team also got some help courtesy of Levi Brown, who earned 11 points.
Among those leading the charge was Matias Villada, who had 22 points. Those 22 points gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Deivi Palacios, who scored nine points.
Coming up, Elite Academy will square off against Pathways at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. As for ABF Academy, they will face off against 212 Sports Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. This will be the Cowboys' first chance to prove their worth in the conference.
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