Basketball Recap: Franklin Road Christian Finds Playoff Glory Versus Christian Community

It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Franklin Road Christian had no problem doing just that on Tuesday. They had just enough and edged the Christian Community Colts out 50-47. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Minutemen also won the last time the pair played back in January of 2024.

Mason Alcorn

Rebounds

02/11/25 vs Christian Community	10
02/08/25 vs Lancaster Christian Academy	8
02/06/25 @ Zion Christian Academy	7
02/04/25 vs Varsity Opponent	9
01/31/25 vs Varsity Opponent	6
+ 14 more games

Franklin Road Christian got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Mason Alcorn out in front who posted seven points along with ten boards and five steals. That's the most rebounds Alcorn has posted since back in January. Another player making a difference was Pierre DeShields, who almost dropped a double-double with ten points and nine boards.

Franklin Road Christian smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive boards in seven consecutive contests.

Franklin Road Christian pushed their record up to 22-13 with the win, which was their third straight at home. Those victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 66.3 points over those games. As for Christian Community, their defeat dropped their record down to 11-16.

Looking ahead, Franklin Road Christian will head out on the road to take on Lighthouse Christian at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. One thing working in Lighthouse Christian's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last four matches. Christian Community does not have any more games scheduled as of now.