The Halifax Academy Vikings will be playing at home against the Kerr-Vance Academy Spartans at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Halifax Academy suffered their biggest defeat since December 8, 2023 on Friday. They were outmatched by Harrells Christian Academy at home and fell 71-36. Halifax Academy was in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 44-17.
Landon Peoples put forth a good effort for the losing side as he scored 15 points along with two steals and two blocks. The team also got some help courtesy of Thad Harris, who scored 12 points.
Meanwhile, it's never fun to lose, and it's even less fun to lose 69-17, which was the final score in Kerr-Vance Academy's tilt against Faith Christian on Friday. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest points Kerr-Vance Academy has scored all season.
The losing side was boosted by Rakia Terry, who scored eight points along with eight rebounds. He hasn't dropped below eight rebounds for three straight games.
Halifax Academy has not been sharp recently, as they've lost 12 of their last 13 matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-15 record this season. As for Kerr-Vance Academy, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 3-12.
Tuesday's contest is shaping up to be a scrappy game: Halifax Academy have been smashing the glass this season, having only averaged 26.9 rebounds per game. It's a different story for Kerr-Vance Academy, though, as they've been averaging only 23.7 rebounds per game. Given Halifax Academy's sizeable advantage in that area, Kerr-Vance Academy will need to find a way to close that gap.
Halifax Academy came up short against Kerr-Vance Academy in their previous matchup two weeks ago, falling 58-49. Will Halifax Academy have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more basketball content.
