Basketball Recap: Dynamic Duo of Bayleigh Kaliher and Katelyn Balka Lead Greenbrier Christian Academy to Victory

Greenbrier Christian Academy waltzed into their game on Friday with two straight wins... but they left with three. They were the clear victor by a 38-15 margin over the Summit Christian Academy Eagles. This was payback for the Gators, who suffered a 33-12 loss the last time these two teams met.

Greenbrier Christian Academy was led to victory by Katelyn Balka and Bayleigh Kaliher. Balka almost dropped a double-double on 18 points and nine boards, while Kaliher posted six points along with five boards and four steals. The dominant performance gave Balka a new career-high in points. Livia Smith was another key player, putting up four points and four steals.

Gators

Previous 3 Games

12/20/24 vs Summit Christian Academy	38-15
12/17/24 vs Portsmouth Christian	43-14
12/13/24 vs Tidewater Academy	36-22

Greenbrier Christian Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 15 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive rebounds in 13 consecutive contests dating back to last season.

Greenbrier Christian Academy's victory bumped their record up to 3-1. As for Summit Christian Academy, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-6.

Greenbrier Christian Academy and Suffolk Christian Academy will face off at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday without much rest having both just played. Both have allowed few points on average, (Greenbrier Christian Academy: 22, Suffolk Christian Academy: 29.4) so any points scored will be well earned. As for Summit Christian Academy, they and Portsmouth Christian will face off at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday without much rest having both just played.