Preview: Hernando Christian Academy Lions vs. American Collegiate Academy Rough Riders
After four games on the road, Hernando Christian Academy is heading back home. They will take on the American Collegiate Academy Rough Riders at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. Given that both teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.
Last Friday, Hernando Christian Academy came up short against Academy at the Lakes and fell 58-51.
Meanwhile, American Collegiate Academy unfortunately witnessed the end of their five-game winning streak on Wednesday. They were the victim of a tough 53-27 loss at the hands of Saint Stephen's Episcopal. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest points American Collegiate Academy has scored all season.
Hernando Christian Academy has traveled a rocky road recently, as they've lost seven of their last eight contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-11 record this season. As for American Collegiate Academy, their loss ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 11-4.
Hernando Christian Academy came out on top in a nail-biter against American Collegiate Academy when the teams last played back in December of 2023, sneaking past 52-50. One of the biggest obstacles the team faced in that game was American Collegiate Academy's Tristan Townsend, who scored 26 points along with six rebounds and two steals. Now that he's got a second chance to win this matchup, will Hernando Christian Academy still be able to contain him? There's only one way to find out.
