If the Academy at the Lakes Wildcats were feeling good off their 57-24 takedown of the Lakeland Christian Vikings last Tuesday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. Academy at the Lakes fell to Canterbury 45-41. The defeat unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Academy at the Lakes in their matchups with Canterbury: they've now lost four in a row.
Canterbury's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was MacKenzie Tucker, who scored 19 points. Zy'nasia Alhuzaifi was another key contributor, dropping a double-double on ten points and 15 rebounds.
Academy at the Lakes has traveled a rocky road recently, as they've lost six of their last eight contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-6 record this season. As for Canterbury, the victory (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 6-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Academy at the Lakes will take on Hernando Christian Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Canterbury, they will be playing at home against Northside Christian at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
