The Hammond Academy of Science & Tech Hawks struggled with offensive rebounds on Friday (the Highland Trojans had 800% more) and sadly the final score reflected it. Hammond Academy of Science & Tech received a tough blow as they fell 67-50 to Highland. Hammond Academy of Science & Tech lost against Highland in their previous head to head back in February of 2021, too, but the margin this time around was much wider than the 64-32 score last time.
When it comes to explaining why Hammond Academy of Science & Tech lost, one person who can't be blamed is Jermaine Bartlett. Despite the final result, he scored 33 points along with 5 rebounds and 3 steals. Bartlett scored a full 66% of Hammond Academy of Science & Tech's points, the third time in a row he's earned more than a third of the team's points. Rordrick Quinn was another key contributor, scoring 8 points along with 3 steals.
Highland's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Kayleb Young, who scored 14 points along with 9 rebounds. The matchup was Young's third in a row with at least ten points. Another player making a difference was Kurtlin Hayes, who scored 11 points along with 6 rebounds.
Hammond Academy of Science & Tech has not been sharp recently, as they've lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-4 record this season. As for Highland, they now have a winning record of 2-1.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hammond Academy of Science & Tech will take on Culver Academies at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday. As for Highland, they will look to defend their home court on Thursday against Whiting at 7:00 p.m.
