After flying high against the TEACH Tech Charter Rams on Thursday, the WISH Academy Owls came back down to earth. WISH Academy took a serious blow against the Vipers on Friday, falling 66-39. WISH Academy was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Vipers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in February of 2023.
WISH Academy's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Noah Tureaud, who scored 12 points. Dawit Kebede was another key contributor, scoring five points along with five rebounds and two steals.
WISH Academy's loss dropped their record down to 11-7. As for Magnolia Science Academy Carson, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five games, which provided a nice bump to their 5-2 record this season.
WISH Academy will be playing in front of their home fans against the Warriors at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Hopefully Animo Watts focused on turnovers this week since the team gave up 24 last Thursday. As for Magnolia Science Academy Carson, they will head out on the road to face off against the The Aviators at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.