Basketball Recap: Byne Christian Falls Despite Strong Effort from Andrew Battaglia

By Team Reports Dec 4, 2024, 5:41am

Basketball Recap: Byne Christian Saints vs. Peoples Baptist Academy Knights

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Byne Christian was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their seventh straight loss. They fell 55-45 to the Peoples Baptist Academy Knights. The Saints were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Knights apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in January.

When it comes to explaining why Byne Christian lost, don't look at Andrew Battaglia. Despite the final result, he dropped a double-double on 20 points and 11 rebounds. Battaglia is also crushing it when it comes to steals: he's grabbed at least two every time he's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Montez Scott, who scored three points plus 17 rebounds and three blocks.

Byne Christian's loss dropped their record down to 0-7.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Byne Christian will venture away from home to take on Appling Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Peoples Baptist Academy, they and Kings Way Christian School are set to duel on Monday.

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