Basketball Recap: Make It Six in a Row for Franklin Road Christian

Minutemen

Previous 6 Games

12/21/24 vs Life Christian Academy	35-20
12/19/24 vs Franklin Christian Academy	57-32
12/17/24 vs Zion Christian Academy	35-17
12/16/24 vs Dickson Academy	62-22
12/14/24 vs Desoto County Academy	56-17
12/13/24 @ Central Baptist	50-9

Franklin Road Christian waltzed into their match on Saturday with five straight wins... but they left with six. They enjoyed a cozy 35-20 win over the Life Christian Academy Lions.

Franklin Road Christian was led to victory by Gracie Tidwell and Lakelyn Dempsey. Tidwell dropped a double-double on 15 points and 12 boards, while Dempsey posted nine points along with eight boards and three steals. Dempsey is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least three every time she's taken the court this season. Kaylin Ward was another key player, putting up five points.

Franklin Road Christian's victory bumped their record up to 8-1. As for Life Christian Academy, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-4.

Franklin Road Christian will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Boyd Christian at 6:00 p.m. on January 6, 2025. Life Christian Academy will also get a bit of a break before their next contest: they'll face off against Mt. Pleasant Christian at 6:00 p.m. on January 14, 2025.