Basketball Recap: Pinnacle Classical Academy's Luck Changes for the Better on Thursday

Braylon Gentry

Field Goal Percentage

12/11/25 vs Haywood Christian Academy	63%
12/05/25 vs Veritas Christian Academy	45%
12/01/25 @ Nebo Crossing Academy	100%
11/25/25 @ Cherryville	100%
11/24/25 @ Community Christian Academy	50%

Pinnacle Classical Academy had lost six straight headed into Thursday's contest, but Braylon Gentry didn't let it get to seven. The Eagles strolled past the Haywood Christian Academy Red Wolves with points to spare on Thursday, taking the game 79-61 with plenty of help from Gentry, who shot 63% from the field on his way to 30 points and six rebounds. He is on a roll when it comes to field goal percentage, as he's posted one of at least 45% in the last five games he's played.

Pinnacle Classical Academy's victory bumped their record up to 2-7. As for Haywood Christian Academy, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 1-6.

Pinnacle Classical Academy has already played their next matchup, a 56-45 win against Challenger on the 12th. As for Haywood Christian Academy, they will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Veritas Christian Academy at 7:15 p.m. on January 5, 2026. The Red Wolves will be up against the Warriors' rather soft defense (which has allowed 52 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.