Tamya Hutchinson commands the offense for Eagles win

By Team Reports Mar 5, 2024, 6:38am

Recap: Hilton Head Christian Academy Eagles vs. John Paul II Golden Warrriors

The Hilton Head Christian Academy Eagles had already proven themselves in the regular season, and didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. Everything went their way against John Paul II on Saturday as Hilton Head Christian Academy made off with a 68-44 win. Hilton Head Christian Academy has made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won ten matches by 24 points or more this season.

Hilton Head Christian Academy got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Tamya Hutchinson out in front who scored 31 points along with seven rebounds and six steals. That makes it four consecutive games in which Hutchinson has scored at least a third of Hilton Head Christian Academy's points. Devon Yarde was another key contributor, scoring 20 points along with seven rebounds and five assists.

John Paul II's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Brady Mahoney, who dropped a double-double on 13 points and ten rebounds. Mahoney hasn't dropped below nine rebounds for three straight games. Another player making a difference was Lily Termini, who scored 12 points along with seven rebounds.

The victory was the seventh in a row for Hilton Head Christian Academy, bringing their record for this year to 17-7. Those good results were due in large part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 62.3 points per game. As for John Paul II, their defeat dropped their record down to 18-8.

Hilton Head Christian Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now. John Paul II also has no future games currently scheduled.

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