Columbia Adventist Academy gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener on Thursday. They pulled ahead with a 51-50 photo finish over the Willapa Valley Vikings. The score was all tied up 22-22 at the break, but the Kodiaks were the better team in the second half.
Columbia Adventist Academy's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Logan Pierce, who went 7 for 16 en route to 18 points plus three steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Tristan White, who almost dropped a double-double on nine points and ten rebounds.
Several Vikings players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Blane King, who posted 16 points plus two steals. Another player making a difference was Nathan Fluke, who went 5 for 11 en route to 15 points plus five rebounds and three steals.
Willapa Valley's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2.
Columbia Adventist Academy will head out to challenge Winlock at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Willapa Valley, they will look to take advantage of their home-court for the first time this season as they take on Wahkiakum at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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