Basketball Preview: Central Christian Crusaders vs. The Grace Christian Academy Eagles
The Central Christian Crusaders are taking a road trip to challenge The Grace Christian Academy Eagles at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Central Christian is no doubt hoping to put an end to an eight-game streak of away losses dating back to last season.
Having struggled with six losses in a row dating back to last season, Central Christian finally turned things around against Ballard Christian on Thursday. They walked away with a 71-58 victory over the Eagle. The Crusaders' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Central Christian's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Rocky Steidinger, who dropped a double-double on 17 points and 16 rebounds. Steidinger's evening made it 15 games in a row in which he has scored at least ten points. Avery Steidinger was another key player, going 6 for 11 en route to 19 points plus two steals.
Meanwhile, a win for The Grace Christian Academy just wasn't in the cards on Friday as the squad wasn't able to take the lead at any point. They were beaten by Varsity Opponent 87-42. The loss was the Eagles' first of the season.
Having lost for the first time this season, The Grace Christian Academy fell to 2-1. As for Central Christian, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-3.
Central Christian was dealt a bruising 84-48 defeat at the hands of The Grace Christian Academy in their previous meeting two weeks ago. Can Central Christian avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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