Basketball Game Preview: First Presbyterian Day Vikings vs. Southland Academy Raiders + How To Watch

First Presbyterian Day is 0-3 against Southland Academy since January of 2023 but things could change on Thursday. The Vikings will be playing at home against the Raiders at 7:15 p.m. The two teams are sauntering into the matchup backed by comfortable wins in their prior games.

On Tuesday, First Presbyterian Day blew past Covenant Academy, posting a 76-48 win. The victory continues a trend for the Vikings in their matchups with the Rams: they've now won three in a row.

Gavin Wilson

Rebounds (Career)

11/18/25 vs Covenant Academy	7
01/27/25 vs Piedmont Academy	6
01/09/25 vs Stratford Academy	5
12/27/24 vs Pinewood Christian	5
12/10/24 @ Westfield School	5

Gavin Wilson was a one-man wrecking crew as he shot 50% from the field to rack up 19 points and seven boards. Those seven rebounds gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Brett Roper, who went 6-for-9 en route to 14 points.

Meanwhile, Southland Academy had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They took their game on Tuesday with ease, bagging a 90-37 win over Crisp Academy.

First Presbyterian Day couldn't quite get it done against Southland Academy in their previous matchup back in February as they fell 59-49. Will the Vikings have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.