Basketball Recap: Belleview Triumphs

Al Johnson

Points (Career)

12/10/24 @ Redeemer Christian	20
12/07/24 vs Weeki Wachee	18
11/20/24 @ Crystal River	14
12/06/24 vs Ocala Christian	12
12/09/24 vs Meadowbrook Academy	11

Redeemer Christian came into Tuesday's match looking for another win against Belleview, but Al Johnson wouldn't allow it. The Belleview Rattlers strolled past the Redeemer Christian Lions with points to spare on Tuesday, taking the game 58-44 thanks in part to Johnson, who posted 20 points. Those 20 points gave him a new career-high.

Anthony Klima was another key player, putting up ten points. He is trending in the right direction considering he's improved his point production for three straight games.

Redeemer Christian lost despite a true team effort on offense, the best among them being Graidy Hughes, who went 5 of 11 on his way to 15 points and eight rebounds. The team also got some help courtesy of Gavin Wilke, who put up eight points and four steals.

Belleview's victory bumped their record up to 4-2. As for Redeemer Christian, their loss was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-6.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Belleview will host Seven Rivers Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Seven Rivers Christian will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Belleview surely won't give up without a fight. As for Redeemer Christian, they will look to defend their home court on Thursday against Meadowbrook Academy at 6:00 p.m.