Ninety Six was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their sixth straight loss. They received a blow as they fell 61-44 to the American Leadership Academy Patriots.
Ninety Six's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Carson Reynolds, who went 5 for 9 en route to 14 points and five rebounds. Jaquarius Dunlap also deserves some recognition as he posted his first block of the season.
American Leadership Academy got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Makel Hillary out in front who posted 13 points and three steals. Another player making a difference was Braxton Redding, who scored 13 points and five boards.
Ninety Six's loss dropped their record down to 3-12. As for American Leadership Academy, their win ended a seven-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 5-12.
Ninety Six has already played their next game, a 68-32 defeat against Saluda on the 25th. As for American Leadership Academy, they also didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next contest, a 61-53 loss against Batesburg-Leesville on the 25th.
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