Basketball Recap: Lancaster Baptist Eagles vs. Desert Christian Knights
Lancaster Baptist lost against Desert Christian back in January, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. The Lancaster Baptist Eagles lost to the Desert Christian Knights at home by a 45-27 margin. The defeat continues a trend for the Eagles in their matchups with the Knights: they've now lost three in a row.
Lancaster Baptist's loss came despite strong showings from Shiloh Conner and Kaitlin Acosta. Conner posted 12 points along with five rebounds and four blocks, while Acosta had nine points along with two steals. Conner is crushing it when it comes to blocks: she's posted at least two every time she's taken the court this season.
Ava Armstrong had a dynamite game for Desert Christian, earning 14 points in addition to five steals. Armstrong continues to roll, besting her previous point total in each of the last three games she's played. Corynn Smith was another key player, earning four points along with 11 rebounds and four steals.
Having lost for the first time this season, Lancaster Baptist fell to 2-1. As for Desert Christian, they now have a winning record of 4-3.
Coincidentally, the two teams will both be playing Varsity Opponent the next time they take the court. Lancaster Baptist will head out to face Varsity Opponent at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, while Desert Christian will host them at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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