Damon Scott leads a balanced attack to beat First Baptist Christian
By Team Reports
Dec 16, 2023, 4:46pm
Recap: Brighton Bengals vs. First Baptist Christian Eagles
The Brighton Bengals waltzed into their game Friday with two straight wins but they left with three. The stars were shining brightly for them in a 56-42 win over First Baptist Christian. This was payback for Brighton, who suffered a 55-44 loss the last time these two teams met.
Brighton got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Damon Scott out in front who dropped a double-double on 15 points and 12 rebounds. The team also got some help courtesy of Judge Robertson, who scored 15 points.
Brighton's win bumped their record up to 7-5. As for First Baptist Christian, their loss dropped their record down to 6-3.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Brighton will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Alexandria Homeschool Arts & Athletics at 7:00 p.m. on January 12, 2024. First Baptist Christian will get a bit of extra time to process the loss as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Open Door Christian Academy at 6:00 p.m. on January 5, 2024. Open Door Christian Academy is coming into the contest on a five-game losing streak.