Basketball Game Preview: Trinity Christian Crusaders vs. First Presbyterian Day Vikings + How To Watch

The Trinity Christian Crusaders will face off against the First Presbyterian Day Vikings at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Trinity Christian is coming into the matchup hot, having won their last three games.

On Tuesday, Trinity Christian didn't have too much trouble with Stratford Academy as they won 51-35.

Meanwhile, First Presbyterian Day hadn't done well against Windsor Academy recently (they were 0-4 in their previous four matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. The Vikings were the clear victors by a 76-56 margin over the Knights. The Vikings have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won four contests by 20 points or more this season.

First Presbyterian Day's win came from a few key players Trinity Christian will need to keep an eye on. One of the most notable was Brett Roper, who went 9-for-16 en route to 22 points in addition to five boards and three steals. He continues to improve, besting his previous point total in each of the last three games he's played. Gavin Wilson was another key player, dropping a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds.

First Presbyterian Day smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive rebounds. They are a perfect 3-0 when they hit their own glass that hard.

First Presbyterian Day's win bumped their record up to 4-2. As for Trinity Christian, their victory bumped their record up to an identical 4-2.

Trinity Christian came up short against First Presbyterian Day in their previous meeting back in December of 2024, falling 57-51. Will the Crusaders have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other basketball content.