North Hills Christian's game last Monday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat the Salem Baptist Christian Vikings 77-26. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Eagles as it put an end to their six-game losing streak dating back to last season.
North Hills Christian was led to victory by Zachary Strickland and Maverick Ball. Strickland went 10 for 15 en route to 24 points plus two steals, while Ball went 9 for 20 en route to 22 points plus two steals. Ball's evening made it three games in a row in which he has scored at least ten points. Adarion Hawkins was another key player, scoring eight points along with seven steals and five assists.
North Hills Christian was working as a unit and finished the game with 15 assists. That's the most assists they've posted since back in December of 2023.
North Hills Christian's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Salem Baptist Christian, their loss was their 12th straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-3.
It'll be Battle of the Birds when the North Hills Christian Eagles take on the Lee Christian Falcons at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Salem Baptist Christian, they will have a little extra prep time after the defeat as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on North Hills Christian at 7:30 p.m. on December 2nd.
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