Basketball Recap: Pamlico Christian Academy Extends Winning Streak to Three

Max Cruz

Points

12/12/25 vs Jacksonville Christian Academy	22
12/09/25 vs Christ Covenant	16
12/05/25 @ Cramerton Christian Academy	9
12/04/25 vs Eastern Christian HomeSchool	9
11/25/25 vs Bethel Christian Academy	15
+ 3 more games

Pamlico Christian Academy had won two straight games and Max Cruz did his part to make it three on Friday. The Mariners claimed a resounding 60-33 win over the Jacksonville Christian Academy Conquerors thanks in part to Cruz, who dropped a double-double with 22 points and 13 boards. With that strong performance, he is now averaging an impressive 15.2 points per game.

The team also got some help courtesy of Zac Salen, who posted nine points along with five assists and five steals. He has become a key player for Pamlico Christian Academy: the team is 2-1 when he posts at least three steals, but 2-3 otherwise.

Jacksonville Christian Academy's defeat came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jeremiah Brown, who put up 15 points. Another player making a difference was Andrew Smith, who had four points.

The victory got Pamlico Christian Academy back to even at 4-4. As for Jacksonville Christian Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 1-6.

Looking ahead, Pamlico Christian Academy will head out on the road to take on Unity Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. The Mariners will be up against the Warriors' rather soft defense (which has allowed 65.17 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Jacksonville Christian Academy, they will have a little extra prep time after the defeat as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Pitt County P at 8:00 p.m. on January 6, 2026.