The Culver Academies Eagles were the 63-52 winner over the Maconaquah Braves when they last played one another back in February of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. Culver Academies received a tough blow on Saturday as they fell 59-41 to Maconaquah. Culver Academies' defeat continues an unfortunate trend for the team, making it three in a row.
Josiah Ball was his usual excellent self, dropping a double-double on 29 points and 11 rebounds for Maconaquah. Ball is crushing the point category: he's posted at least 16 every time he's taken the court this season. AJ Kelly was another key contributor, scoring 14 points along with five assists and three steals.
Culver Academies has not been sharp recently as the team has lost five of their last six matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-12 record this season. As for Maconaquah, they pushed their record up to 15-5 with that victory, which was their 14th straight at home dating back to last season.
Culver Academies will take on 21st Century Charter at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. 21st Century Charter knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with flashy point totals in its past 18 matchups -- so hopefully Culver Academies likes a good challenge. As for Maconaquah, they will head out on the road to take on Rochester at 7:45 p.m. on Friday.
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