Cornerstone Charter Academy proved they can win big last Tuesday (they won by 40) but on Friday they proved they can win the close ones too. They had just enough and edged the Mount Dora Hurricanes out 40-37. For the Ducks, this counts as revenge for the 42-34 win the Hurricanes walked away with the last time they faced one another back in November of 2023.
Cornerstone Charter Academy found their leader in freshman Fernanda Sanchez-Trasladino, who dropped a double-double on 13 points and ten assists. Another player making a difference was Grace Jervis, who posted seven points in addition to four blocks.
Despite the defeat, Mount Dora saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Taejah Bosch scored ten points. The team also got some help courtesy of Amelia Kate Walker, who posted seven points.
Cornerstone Charter Academy's victory was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 2-0. Those victories were due in large part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 23.2 points per game. As for Mount Dora, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-4.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Cornerstone Charter Academy will take on Tavares at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Mount Dora, they will face off against East Ridge at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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