Basketball Recap: Zephyrhills Christian Academy Falls Short of North Tampa Christian Academy in the Playoffs

Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, Zephyrhills Christian Academy couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They lost 66-40 to the North Tampa Christian Academy Titans on Thursday. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Warriors have suffered since February 10, 2024.

Garciano N'Tonha

Steals

02/06/25 vs North Tampa Christian Academy	3
02/04/25 vs Academy at the Lakes	2
01/23/25 @ Foundation Christian Academy	3
01/21/25 @ Northside Christian	2
01/17/25 @ IMG Academy Silver	3
+ 18 more games

Despite the defeat, Zephyrhills Christian Academy had strong showings from Garciano N'Tonha, who went 6 of 11 to rack up 16 points in addition to five rebounds and three steals, and Jordani Blanc, who went 5 for 8 on his way to 13 points and three steals. N'Tonha is crushing it when it comes to steals: he's grabbed at least two every time he's taken the court this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Sansao Wika, who posted nine points.

North Tampa Christian Academy's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Toni Bryant, who almost dropped a double-double on 16 points and nine boards. Another player making a difference was Caleb Sanders, who dropped a double-double on 15 points and 12 rebounds.

Zephyrhills Christian Academy's loss dropped their record down to 18-6. As for North Tampa Christian Academy, the victory was the sixth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 21-6.

The two teams are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. Zephyrhills Christian Academy will challenge Altamonte Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Zephyrhills Christian Academy is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 68.3 points per game this season. As for North Tampa Christian Academy, they will take on Florida Prep at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. One thing working in North Tampa Christian Academy's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last three games.