Basketball Game Preview: Ohio E Eagles vs. Harvest Temple Christian Academy

Ohio E hasn't had much luck against Harvest Temple Christian Academy recently, but that could start to change on Saturday. The Ohio E Eagles will look to defend their home court against Harvest Temple Christian Academy at 4:00 p.m.

Ohio E is headed into Saturday's matchup looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their 11th straight game dating back to last season on Monday. They were four points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 47-43 heartbreaker at the hands of Harlan Christian.

Meanwhile, Harvest Temple Christian Academy hadn't done well against Senedot Stripes recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. Harvest Temple Christian Academy sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 53-51 win over Senedot Stripes.

Ohio E better keep an eye on Xander Barnes. He was instrumental in Harvest Temple Christian Academy's win, putting up 16 points in addition to six assists and six steals. That's the most points Barnes has posted since back in December of 2023. The team also got some help courtesy of Sam Leonetti, who dropped a double-double on 12 points and 13 boards.

Harvest Temple Christian Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 12 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive rebounds in 12 consecutive contests.

Harvest Temple Christian Academy's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 10-9. As for Ohio E, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-6.

Ohio E was taken down by Harvest Temple Christian Academy 62-25 in their previous meeting back in December of 2024. That game was all but decided by halftime, at which point Ohio E was down 44-14.