If Banks Academy was feeling good fresh off their 80-9 takedown of North River Christian last Monday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Banks Academy Jets took a blow against the Valiant Cross Academy Warriors on Tuesday, falling 62-31. The contest marked the Jets' lowest-scoring matchup so far this season.
Leading Valiant Cross Academy to victory were James Cosby and Deshawn Hall. Cosby dropped a double-double on 18 points and 15 boards, while Hall dropped a double-double on 16 points and 12 boards. Hall is on a roll when it comes to boards, as he's now pulled down eight or more in the last 35 games he's played dating back to last season. Jersey Farbes was another key player, putting up 11 points along with five assists and three steals.
Banks Academy's defeat ended a seven-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 3-2. As for Valiant Cross Academy, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 10-0.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Banks Academy will venture away from home to take on Hope Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Valiant Cross Academy, they will head out to square off against Evangel Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Evangel Christian has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last four games.
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