Basketball Recap: Providence Christian Comes Up Short

By Team Reports Nov 21, 2024, 8:43pm

Basketball Recap: Providence Christian Knights vs. Palm Grove Christian Gators

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Providence Christian lost against Palm Grove Christian back in January of 2018, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Tuesday. The Providence Christian Knights were dealt a 70-43 defeat at the hands of the Palm Grove Christian Gators. The Knights haven't had much luck with the Gators recently, as the team's come up short the last eight times they've met.

Palm Grove Christian's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Carter Baker, who almost dropped a double-double on 28 points and nine rebounds. Another player making a difference was Jeremiah Pitts, who had 21 points in addition to five steals.

Providence Christian's loss dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Palm Grove Christian, the victory snapped their losing streak at 11 games dating back to last season and leaves them with a 1-1 record.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Providence Christian and Grace Christian are set to duel on December 9th. After both having extra time off, Palm Grove Christian and New Jerusalem Christian Academy will shake off the cobwebs and square off against one another at 6:00 p.m. on December 3rd.

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