Bell Creek Academy scored the most points they've had this season on Saturday, but it wasn't enough. They fell 74-70 to the Mater Lakes Academy Bears. That's two games in a row now that the Panthers have lost by exactly four points.

Derrick Muse
| 11/29/25 vs Mater Lakes Academy | 20 |
| 11/19/25 vs Wiregrass Ranch | 23 |
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Bell Creek Academy's loss came despite strong showings from Derrick Muse and Jaylan Johnson. Muse went 8-for-16 on his way to 20 points and five rebounds, while Johnson dropped a double-double with 11 points and 13 boards. Muse's afternoon made it three games in a row in which he has scored at least 20 points. Ocean Thompson was another key player, almost dropping a double-double with 12 points and nine boards.
Bell Creek Academy is on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-4. As for Mater Lakes Academy, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 3-0.
Looking ahead, Bell Creek Academy will square off against North Tampa Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Mater Lakes Academy, they will welcome Hialeah Educational Academy at 7:30 p.m. on December 8.
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