Basketball Recap: Carson Faber's Big Game Can't Quite Lead Contra Costa Christian over Making Waves Academy

Contra Costa Christian was the 62-61 winner over Making Waves Academy when they last played one another back in February of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Contra Costa Christian Cougars took a 51-44 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Making Waves Academy Marlins on Tuesday. While the Cougars didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Marlins 15-9 in the first quarter.

Several Cougars players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Carson Faber, who went 10 for 22 on his way to 25 points in addition to eight boards and three steals. The matchup was Faber's third in a row with at least ten points. Gerrit Johnston was another key player, almost dropping a double-double on nine points and 20 rebounds.

Even though they lost, Contra Costa Christian smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 16 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive rebounds in six consecutive contests.

Contra Costa Christian has traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four games, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-7 record this season. As for Making Waves Academy, they moved to 8-7 with that win, which also ended their five-game losing streak.

Contra Costa Christian wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next matchup, a 61-55 defeat against Valley Christian on the 16th. As for Making Waves Academy, they also didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next contest, a 70-44 victory against California Crosspoint on the 17th.