Basketball Game Preview: Christian Liberty Chargers vs. Schaumburg Christian Conquerors

Christian Liberty is on a three-game streak of home losses, Schaumburg Christian a three-game streak of away losses, but someone's luck will change on Thursday. The Christian Liberty Chargers will host the Schaumburg Christian Conquerors at 5:00 p.m. Christian Liberty will be strutting in after a win while Schaumburg Christian will be coming in after a defeat.

Having struggled with five losses in a row, Christian Liberty turned things around against Marquette Manor Baptist Academy on Friday. They enjoyed a cozy 39-22 victory over the Minutemen.

Meanwhile, Schaumburg Christian was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap on Friday as they fell 41-37 to Cristo Rey St. Martin.

Christian Liberty will need focus on slowing down Giada Falco, one of several Schaumburg Christian players who made an impact when they last played. She posted 20 points and six steals. Falco is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least four every time she's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Stephanie Tenuto, who had four points along with ten rebounds and six assists.

Even though they lost, Schaumburg Christian smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 17 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 15 offensive boards in three consecutive contests.

Schaumburg Christian's defeat dropped their record down to 3-8. As for Christian Liberty, their win ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 3-8.

Christian Liberty came up short against Schaumburg Christian in their previous matchup back in January of 2024, falling 42-33. Will Christian Liberty have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more basketball content.