Basketball Game Preview: Donelson Christian Academy Wildcats vs. Merrol Hyde Magnet Hawks + How To Watch

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11/26/24 - Away	53-56 L
11/21/23 - Home	57-52 W
11/21/22 - Away	52-42 W
11/22/21 - Home	72-58 W
12/03/20 - Away	68-58 W
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Donelson Christian Academy has gone 9-1 against Merrol Hyde Magnet recently and they'll look to pad the win column further on Monday. The Wildcats will be playing in front of their home fans against the Hawks at 7:30 p.m. Merrol Hyde Magnet took a loss in their last contest and will be looking to turn the tables on Donelson Christian Academy, who comes in off a win.

It was a proper cat-fight when Donelson Christian Academy took on Grace Christian Academy on Thursday. The Wildcats managed a 65-60 win over the Lions. The victory continues a trend for the Wildcats in their matchups with the Lions: they've now won four in a row.

Meanwhile, Merrol Hyde Magnet was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap on Friday as they fell 48-44 to Liberty Creek. The Hawks have struggled against the Wolves recently, as the game was their seventh consecutive lost matchup.

Donelson Christian Academy will have to keep a close watch on Pierce Cook and Bennett Altepeter, a pair of players who had a big impact on Merrol Hyde Magnet's prior game. Cook posted 12 points, while Altepeter earned 17 points and six rebounds. Cook has also also been stellar as far as field goal percentage is concerned: he's posted one of at least 55% every time he's hit the court this season.

The win got Donelson Christian Academy back to even at 1-1. As for Merrol Hyde Magnet, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 2-1.

Donelson Christian Academy couldn't quite finish off Merrol Hyde Magnet in their previous meeting back in November of 2024 and fell 56-53. Will the Wildcats 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.