Millers Creek Christian comes up short despite Cam Layaou's strong performance

By Team Reports Feb 8, 2024, 1:00pm

Recap: Millers Creek Christian Lions vs. Triad Baptist Christian Academy Titans

After flying high against the Community Baptist Conqueror last Friday, the Millers Creek Christian Lions came back down to earth. Millers Creek Christian was outmatched by Triad Baptist Christian Academy on the road and fell 77-40. Millers Creek Christian has struggled against Triad Baptist Christian Academy recently, as their match on Friday was their ninth consecutive lost matchup.

When it comes to explaining why Millers Creek Christian lost, one person who can't be blamed is Cam Layaou. Despite the final result, he dropped a double-double on 13 points and ten blocks. Layaou is crushing the block category: he's posted at least four every time he's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Ethan Childers, who scored eight points along with five rebounds.

Millers Creek Christian has traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-6 record this season. As for Triad Baptist Christian Academy, the victory was the eighth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 15-6.

Millers Creek Christian will head out on the road to challenge Millennium on Friday. As for Triad Baptist Christian Academy, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Community Baptist at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. Triad Baptist Christian Academy has been dominant on offense recently, as they've racked up an incredible 1,038 points over their last 14 games.