Basketball Recap: Kaleb Cook Key Part of a Team Effort in Spartans Win

Scintilla Charter Academy won the last time they faced Highland Christian Academy and things went their way on Friday too. The Scintilla Charter Academy Spartans put the hurt on the Highland Christian Academy EAGLES with a sharp 70-45 victory. The Spartans have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won three games by 25 points or more this season.

Scintilla Charter Academy got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Kaleb Cook out in front who dropped a double-double on 11 points and 15 boards. With that strong performance, Cook is now averaging an impressive 9.5 rebounds per game. Another player making a difference was Kendall Franklin, who posted 13 points.

Scintilla Charter Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 19 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive boards in four consecutive matches.

Scintilla Charter Academy's victory bumped their record up to 4-0. As for Highland Christian Academy, their defeat was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 1-8.

Scintilla Charter Academy will get to enjoy the win for a while: their next game is against Byne Christian at 6:00 p.m. on January 7, 2025. Highland Christian Academy and Hamilton County will compete for holiday cheer at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. Highland Christian Academy is facing Hamilton County at the right time seeing as Hamilton County is stuck on a five-game losing streak.