Basketball Recap: New Bern Christian Academy Skates Past Hilltop Christian with Ease

New Bern Christian Academy

Margin (Wins)

11/12/24 vs Unity Christian Academy	35
12/07/24 vs Cramerton Christian Academy	32
12/10/24 @ Bethel Christian Academy	31
01/30/25 vs Hilltop Christian	28
11/22/24 vs Northside Christian School	27

You're bound to get a positive result if you outscore your opponent every quarter, and that's exactly how it played out for New Bern Christian Academy on Thursday. Given that consistent dominance, it should come as no surprise that they blew the Hilltop Christian Chargers out of the water with a 59-31 final score. New Bern Christian Academy has made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won seven games by 21 points or more this season.

Hilltop Christian's loss shouldn't obscure the performances of Meleah Bell, who posted eight points in addition to 12 boards and three steals, and Jamie Lewis, who had six points. Lizzy Jernigan was another key player, putting up seven points.

New Bern Christian Academy's victory bumped their record up to 17-5. As for Hilltop Christian, they have also been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 10-10 record this season.

New Bern Christian Academy will welcome Bethel Christian Academy at 6:15 p.m. on Monday. Hilltop Christian has already played their next contest, a 41-32 defeat against Christ Covenant on the 31st.