Basketball Game Preview: Sarasota Christian Blazers vs. Riverview Sarasota Rams

The Sarasota Christian Blazers will square off against the Riverview Sarasota Rams at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Sarasota Christian is coming into the contest on a four-game losing streak.

Last Tuesday, Sarasota Christian lost to Out-of-Door Academy on the road by a 52-36 margin.

Sarasota Christian's loss came about despite a quality game from Ben Milliken, who posted 18 points and six rebounds. Another player making a difference was Carson Spenn, who earned six points.

Even though they lost, Sarasota Christian smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with ten offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive rebounds in four consecutive matchups.

Meanwhile, after a string of three wins, Riverview Sarasota's good fortune finally ran out on Wednesday. They fell just short of Cardinal Mooney by a score of 58-56.

Sarasota Christian's defeat dropped their record down to 13-11. As for Riverview Sarasota, their loss dropped their record down to an identical 13-11.

Sarasota Christian was taken down by Riverview Sarasota 70-40 in their previous meeting back in January of 2024. Will Sarasota Christian have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.