Basketball Recap: Hillsboro Christian Academy Falls Despite Big Games from Jonah Brannon and Joshua Baggs

Hillsboro Christian Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their sixth straight loss. They were three points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 54-51 heartbreaker at the hands of Fayette Christian. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Crusaders have suffered since December 14, 2024.

Joshua Baggs

Steals (Career)

02/22/25 vs Fayette Christian	6
01/24/25 @ Wilmington Christian Academy	3
11/26/24 @ Scioto Christian	3
01/25/25 @ CHESS Christian	2
01/04/25 vs Scioto Christian	2

Hillsboro Christian Academy's loss came despite strong showings from Joshua Baggs and Jonah Brannon. Baggs to rack up 14 points and six steals, while Brannon dropped a double-double with ten points and 11 boards. The dominant performance gave Baggs a new career-high in steals. Another player making a difference was Tate Woolridge, who posted five points and six rebounds.

Hillsboro Christian Academy's loss dropped their record down to 5-14. As for Fayette Christian, their victory bumped their record up to 4-8.

Hillsboro Christian Academy has already played their next match (against Liberty Bible Academy), but no score has been uploaded at the time of writing. Fayette Christian does not have any more games scheduled as of now.