GRACE Christian won a close one the last time they played, but unfortunately they suffered a serious change of fortune on Saturday. They were dealt a 77-45 loss at the hands of the Ambassador Christian School Lions. The Eagles were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 39-15.
Defeat or not, GRACE Christian got some senior leadership from Michael Phillips II and A.J. Gladieux. Phillips II earned 15 points in addition to eight rebounds and two blocks, while Gladieux scored nine points. Phillips II is on a roll when it comes to points, as he's now scored 15 or more in the last seven games he's played dating back to last season. Another player making a difference was Evan Thiede, who posted six points.
Logan Johnson had an outrageously good game for Ambassador Christian School as he had 18 points plus six rebounds and five assists. JD Bowden was another key player, going 7 for 12 en route to 16 points plus six rebounds and two steals.
GRACE Christian's loss dropped their record down to 1-1. As for Ambassador Christian School, their win bumped their record up to 2-0.
GRACE Christian has already played their next match, a 55-33 defeat against Greensboro Day School on the 12th. As for Ambassador Christian School, they will take on Charlotte Country Day School at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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