Basketball Game Preview: Lighthouse Christian Lions vs. Franklin Classical School Knights + Official Tickets

The Lighthouse Christian Lions will face off against the Franklin Classical School Knights at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Expect the scorekeeper to be kept busy: if their previous games are any indication, these teams will really light up the scoreboard.

Lighthouse Christian fought the good fight in their overtime game against Lancaster Christian Academy on Tuesday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell 63-58 to the Knights. The Lions' loss continues a trend for the team, making it four in a row.

Even though the team lost, they still had their share of impressive performances. One of the best came from Allen Niles Jr, who posted 23 points. Lucas Haymer was another key player, dropping a double-double with 13 points and 11 boards.

Meanwhile, Franklin Classical School can bid farewell to their five-game losing streak thanks to their game on Monday. They snuck past Trousdale County with a 64-60 win.

Lighthouse Christian's defeat dropped their record down to 1-4. As for Franklin Classical School, their victory bumped their record up to 7-8.

Lighthouse Christian couldn't quite get it done against Franklin Classical School when the teams last played back in January of 2023 as they fell 67-54. Will the Lions 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.