Prep Charter played a tough contest on Monday in which they were outscored in every quarter. They were beaten by the West Philadelphia Speedboys 55-15. While losing is never fun, the Huskies can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Pennsylvania basketball rankings (they are ranked 537th, while the Speedboys are ranked 190th).
West Philadelphia got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Ameris Bell out in front who posted eight points and eight steals. Badji Tall was another key player, putting up 15 points.
Prep Charter has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-5 record this season. As for West Philadelphia, with the win, they broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 7-3.
Looking ahead, Prep Charter will look to defend their home court on Monday against Science Leadership Academy at Beeber at 3:15 p.m. As for West Philadelphia, they will head out on the road to square off against Plymouth Whitemarsh at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday. The Colonials' defense has only allowed 29.5 points per game this season, so the Speedboys' offense will have their work cut out for them.
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