It was a good run, but the Patrick Henry Academy Patriots unfortunately witnessed the end of their six-game winning streak on Tuesday. Their tough 73-48 defeat to Bethesda Academy might stick with them for a while. Patrick Henry Academy was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played last Tuesday.
Patrick Henry Academy lost despite a true team effort on the offense, the best among them being Forest Fairey, who scored 14 points along with three steals. Fairey has been hot recently, having posted two or more steals the last four times he's played. Hugh Fairey was another key contributor, scoring 13 points along with three steals.
Bethesda Academy's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Ashton Wright, who dropped a double-double on 12 points and 12 assists. Another player making a difference was Jacari Mckay, who scored 22 points.
Patrick Henry Academy's defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 12-5. As for Bethesda Academy, they have been performing well recently as they've won 11 of their last 13 matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 13-5 record this season.
Patrick Henry Academy will be playing at home against the Raiders at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Bethesda Academy, they will head out on the road to square off against the Rebels at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The teams are rolling into the game with opposing streaks: Thomas Heyward Academy has struggled recently with three losses in a row, while the will arrive with three straight wins.
