Basketball Game Preview: Millers Creek Christian Lions vs. The Fletcher School Falcons

The Millers Creek Christian Lions will head out on the road to challenge The Fletcher School Falcons at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Millers Creek Christian will be strutting in after a victory while The Fletcher School will be coming in after a defeat.

Millers Creek Christian is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Tuesday. They walked away with a 35-26 win over Sheets Memorial Christian. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Lions.

Kate Bivins

Points (Career)

02/18/25 vs Sheets Memorial Christian	20
01/31/25 @ Community Baptist	10
01/27/25 @ Varsity Opponent	6
12/16/24 @ Statesville Christian	6
11/19/24 vs Cornerstone Christian Academy	6

Millers Creek Christian found their leader in freshman Kate Bivins, who posted 20 points and three steals. The dominant performance gave Bivins a new career-high in points. Another player making a difference was Mattie Layaou, who scored four points and five boards.

Meanwhile, The Fletcher School suffered their biggest loss since December 19, 2024 on February 4th. They lost 45-20 to Liberty Preparatory Christian Academy. The Falcons were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 30-8.

The Fletcher School has traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matchups, which has put a noticeable dent in their 6-10 record this season. As for Millers Creek Christian, their victory bumped their record up to 5-12.