Basketball Recap: Shining Light Academy Knights vs. Raleigh Christian Academy Eagles
Shining Light Academy's found some homefield redemption this week after a overtime loss to NC Heat on Tuesday. The Shining Light Academy Knights simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat the Raleigh Christian Academy Eagles 71-27. The Knights have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won three matches by 29 points or more this season.
Shining Light Academy's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Jordan Hill, who dropped a double-double on 15 points and ten rebounds. Another player making a difference was Alex Lash, who went 5 for 12 en route to 11 points plus six assists and two steals.
Shining Light Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 15 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive rebounds in five consecutive games.
Shining Light Academy pushed their record up to 7-1 with the win, which was their 14th straight at home dating back to last season. Those good results were due in large part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 74.9 points per game. As for Raleigh Christian Academy, they now have a losing record at 1-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Shining Light Academy will welcome Sheets Memorial Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Shining Light Academy is facing Sheets Memorial Christian at the right time seeing as Sheets Memorial Christian is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Raleigh Christian Academy, they will be defending their home-court for the first time this season they go up against Faith Christian Academy at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Faith Christian Academy knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 55 points or more in their past seven matchups -- so hopefully Raleigh Christian Academy likes a good challenge.
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