Basketball Recap: United Christian Academy Skates Past Sherman Indian with Ease

Eagles

Margin (Wins)

01/09/25 vs California Lutheran	73
01/13/25 @ La Sierra Academy	70
12/13/24 vs Don Lugo	63
12/03/24 vs California Military Institute	46
12/02/24 @ San Jacinto Valley Academy	35

A well-balanced attack led United Christian Academy over Sherman Indian in every quarter on their way to victory on Friday. Given that consistent dominance, it should come as no surprise that the United Christian Academy Eagles blew the Sherman Indian Braves out of the water with a 57-25 final score. The Eagles have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won nine contests by 24 points or more this season.

United Christian Academy was led to victory by Natalie Estrada and Gigi Marquez. Estrada dropped a double-double on 18 points and ten steals, while Marquez posted 15 points and seven steals. Estrada is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in the last seven games she's played. Lily Perez was another key player, putting up seven points and six boards.

United Christian Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 11 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 11 offensive boards in seven consecutive matchups.

United Christian Academy's record is now 16-5. As for Sherman Indian, their loss ended a five-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 8-2.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. United Christian Academy will square off against La Sierra Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The timing is sure in United Christian Academy's favor as the squad sits on 11 straight wins at home (dating back to last season) while La Sierra Academy has been banged up by three consecutive losses on the road. As for Sherman Indian, they will challenge California School for the Deaf-Riverside at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.