Preview: Chisago Lakes Baptist vs. St. Francis Christian Patriots
After two games on the road, Chisago Lakes Baptist is heading back home. They will take on the St. Francis Christian Patriots at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Given that the pair suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.
Last Thursday, Chisago Lakes Baptist was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 39-34 to Fourth Baptist Christian.
Despite the defeat, Chisago Lakes Baptist saw an underclassman step up: Mariah Cave scored 18 points along with eight rebounds and six steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Becca Cave, who scored two points along with six assists and four steals.
Meanwhile, after a string of five wins dating back to last season, St. Francis Christian's good fortune finally ran out on Monday. They ended up on the wrong side of a rough 50-28 walloping at the hands of First Baptist.
Chisago Lakes Baptist's loss dropped their record down to 1-1. As for St. Francis Christian, their defeat ended a five-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 2-1.
Chisago Lakes Baptist came up short against St. Francis Christian in their previous meeting back in March, falling 32-21. Will Chisago Lakes Baptist have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.
