Basketball Recap: Peachtree Baptist Academy Falls Despite Big Games from Jethro Kirkland and Connor Herring

The Peachtree Baptist Academy Trailblazers came up short against the Peoples Baptist Academy Knights on Tuesday and fell 39-27.

Peachtree Baptist Academy's loss came despite strong showings from Connor Herring and Jethro Kirkland. Herring shot 50% from the field en route to 11 points, while Kirkland posted nine points.

Peachtree Baptist Academy's loss dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Peoples Baptist Academy, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 2-3.

Peachtree Baptist Academy and Peoples Baptist Academy will both get a bit of extra prep time before their next contests. The next time the Trailblazers see the court they'll take on Philadelphia Christian School at 6:00 p.m. on January 8, 2026. As for Peoples Baptist Academy, their break will end when they face Kings Way Christian School at 6:00 p.m. on January 8, 2026.