Basketball Recap: Brendan Newton Leads a Balanced Attack to Beat Varsity Opponent

After losing to Varsity Opponent the last time they met, Cornerstone Christian Academy decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The Eagles enjoyed a cozy 50-34 victory over Varsity Opponent on Friday.

Brendan Newton

Points (Career)

12/05/25 vs Varsity Opponent	21
12/04/25 vs ARC Academy	8
01/06/25 vs Mount Olive Christian	7
12/07/24 vs Mount Olive Christian	7
12/04/25 vs Mount Olive Christian	6

Cornerstone Christian Academy's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Brendan Newton, who went 8-for-15 to rack up 21 points and five rebounds. Those 21 points gave Newton a new career-high. Ryston McNaughton was another key player, putting up 16 points and eight boards.

Cornerstone Christian Academy's victory bumped their record up to 5-2.

Cornerstone Christian Academy will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Riverdale Academy on January 5, 2026. Varsity Opponent has already played their next matchup (against Open Door Christian Academy), but no score has been uploaded at the time of writing.