Foundation Academy unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They came up short against the Legacy Charter Eagles on Thursday, falling 86-65. The Lions were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Eagles apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in January of 2023.
Foundation Academy's defeat came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Lincoln Farnworth, who went 5-for-8 to rack up 11 points. Dj Jacques was another key player, putting up eight points.
Legacy Charter's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Khori Polarchy, who almost dropped a double-double with 20 points and nine steals. The matchup was Polarchy's third in a row with at least 20 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Kaleb McPherson, who shot 78% from the field en route to 21 points and five rebounds.
Legacy Charter has started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it.
Foundation Academy wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next game, a 59-57 loss against Altamonte Christian on the 21st. As for Legacy Charter, they will be taking part in a tournament against East River at 2:15 p.m. on Wednesday.
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