Phoenix Academy lost against Burke back in December of 2023 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Monday. The Phoenix Academy Firebirds took a blow against the Burke Bulldogs, falling 54-24. While losing is never fun, the Firebirds can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' basketball rankings in their respective home states (they are ranked 294th in North Carolina, while the Bulldogs are ranked 82nd in South Carolina).
Burke found their leader in freshman Nathaya Phoenix, who went 10 for 14 on her way to 20 points and six rebounds. The matchup was Phoenix's third in a row with at least ten points. Bryanna Graham was another key player, putting up seven points and eight steals.
Phoenix Academy is on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-6. As for Burke, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six contests, which provided a nice bump to their 8-5 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Phoenix Academy will host Cornerstone Charter at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Phoenix Academy is facing Cornerstone Charter at the right time seeing as Cornerstone Charter is stuck on a seven-game losing streak. As for Burke, they will be playing in front of their home fans against North Charleston at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday.
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