Basketball Game Preview: Independent Baptist Academy Kings vs. Solid Rock Christian School Swordsmen

The Independent Baptist Academy Kings will face off against the Solid Rock Christian School Swordsmen at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Independent Baptist Academy will be looking to extend their current seven-game winning streak.

Independent Baptist Academy is headed into the game after thoroughly thrashing Milford Christian: they outscored them in every quarter. Given that consistent dominance, it should come as no surprise that Independent Baptist Academy blew Milford Christian out of the water with a 61-22 final score. The Kings have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won five matches by 21 points or more this season.

Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Solid Rock Christian School, who bounced back after a loss on the road two weeks ago. They strolled past Bethel Baptist Academy with points to spare two weeks ago, taking the game 49-34.

Solid Rock Christian School found their leader in sophomore Drew Reese, who dropped a double-double on 17 points and 11 rebounds. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Reese has scored all season. Josh Bewley was another key player, putting up 13 points and seven boards.

Solid Rock Christian School smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 12 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 12 offensive rebounds in four consecutive contests.

Independent Baptist Academy's win was their fifth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 7-1. The wins came thanks to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 57.8 points per game. As for Solid Rock Christian School, their victory bumped their record up to 3-1.

Independent Baptist Academy skirted past Solid Rock Christian School 22-19 in their previous meeting back in March of 2024. Does Independent Baptist Academy have another victory up their sleeve, or will Solid Rock Christian School turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.