Recap: Kingsway Christian Eagles vs. Harvest Temple Christian Academy
The Kingsway Christian Eagles had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. Their tough 44-24 defeat to Harvest Temple Christian Academy might stick with them for a while. Kingsway Christian was in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 30-10.
Kingsway Christian's lost despite a true team effort on the offense, the best among them being Ellie Baer, who scored 8 points along with 13 rebounds and 3 steals. Another player making a difference was Kendra Russell, who scored 11 points along with 3 steals.
Colista Conner had a dynamite game for Harvest Temple Christian Academy, dropping a double-double on 26 points and 20 rebounds. That makes it two consecutive games in which Conner has scored at least 25% of Harvest Temple Christian Academy's points. The team also got some help courtesy of Jasmine Tyson, who scored 6 points along with 5 rebounds.
Kingsway Christian's defeat dropped their record down to 0-1. As for Harvest Temple Christian Academy, the win got them back to even at 1-1.
Kingsway Christian will face off against Senedot Stripes at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Harvest Temple Christian Academy, they will take on Fairbanks at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday.
