Basketball Game Preview: Riverside Christian Academy Royals vs. New Life Christian Academy Monarchs

Riverside Christian Academy is 0-5 against New Life Christian Academy since January of 2018 but things could change on Tuesday. The Royals will be playing at home against the Monarchs at 7:00 p.m. Riverside Christian Academy knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with 55 points or more in their past six games -- so hopefully New Life Christian Academy likes a good challenge.

Last Tuesday, Riverside Christian Academy made easy work of Alpha Academy and carried off an 83-59 victory. The Royals haven't had any issues with the Timberwolves recently, as the game was their fourth consecutive win against them.

Matthew Poston

Field Goal Percentage

11/18/25 vs Alpha Academy	78%
11/17/25 @ Scotland Christian Academy	46%
11/10/25 vs Wayne Preparatory Academy	31%
11/08/25 vs Combine Academy Varsity	57%
11/07/25 vs Fayetteville O	40%
+ 2 more games

Riverside Christian Academy got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Matthew Poston out in front who dropped a double-double with 15 points and 19 rebounds. Thanks to that strong game, Poston now owns an excellent 45.3% field goal percentage. Moises Gonzalez was another key player, shooting 45% from the field on his way to 24 points along with six boards and five assists.

Riverside Christian Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 24 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive rebounds in five consecutive contests.

Meanwhile, New Life Christian Academy came up short against Village Christian Academy on Friday and fell 49-40.

Riverside Christian Academy now has a winning record of 4-3. As for New Life Christian Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-7.

Riverside Christian Academy came up short against New Life Christian Academy when the teams last played back in February, falling 61-57. Will the Royals have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.