Basketball Recap: Palm Grove Christian Starts off Right with Win over West Gate Christian Academy

Palm Grove Christian had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They took down the West Gate Christian Academy Patriots 69-52 on Friday. The Gators haven't had any issues with the Patriots recently, as the game was their third consecutive victory against them.

Landon Riehl was a one-man wrecking crew as he shot 63% from the field on his way to 15 points along with seven boards and six assists. Jeremiah Pitts was another key player, putting up 11 points in addition to five rebounds and five steals.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Palm Grove Christian will welcome Community Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for West Gate Christian Academy, they will get a bit of extra time to process the loss as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on New Jerusalem Christian Academy at 5:30 p.m. on the 17th.