Preview: Calvary Christian Academy vs. Faith Baptist School Falcons
Calvary Christian Academy is 8-2 against Faith Baptist School since December of 2018, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Monday. Calvary Christian Academy will be playing in front of their home fans against the Faith Baptist School Falcons at 6:00 p.m. Expect the scorekeeper to be kept busy: if their previous games are any indication, the pair will really light up the scoreboard.
Calvary Christian Academy came into Friday's match having lost 13 straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They took down Holly Grove Christian 61-42 on Friday. Calvary Christian Academy's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Calvary Christian Academy's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Jude Wedel, who scored 16 points along with five steals. It was the first time this season that Wedel scored 15 or more points. Sean Sensenig (HS) was another key contributor, scoring 15 points along with six rebounds and five assists.
Meanwhile, Faith Baptist School unfortunately witnessed the end of their seven-game winning streak on Monday. They took a 67-56 hit to the loss column at the hands of Greenwood Mennonite. Faith Baptist School found out winning isn't easy when you make five fewer threes than your opponent.
The loss doesn't tell the whole story though, as several players had good games. One of the most active was Israel Cousins, who dropped a double-double on 11 points and 15 rebounds. He hasn't dropped below 11 rebounds for five straight games. The team also got some help courtesy of Zach Miller, who scored 18 points along with five assists.
Calvary Christian Academy's victory ended a ten-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-17. As for Faith Baptist School, their defeat ended a five-game streak of away wins and brought them to 11-2.
This contest is one where the number of possessions is likely to be a big factor: Calvary Christian Academy have been smashing the glass this season, having averaged 28.4 rebounds per game. However, it's not like Faith Baptist School struggles in that department as they've been averaging 35.4 rebounds per game. Given these competing strengths, it'll be interesting to see how their clash plays out.
Calvary Christian Academy suffered a grim 57-37 defeat to Faith Baptist School when the teams last played back in January. Will Calvary Christian Academy have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more basketball content.
