Community Christian came tearing into Tuesday's game with three straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 27 points), and they left with even more momentum. They enjoyed a cozy 53-35 victory over the Palm Grove Christian Gators. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 61-39 back in January.
Jovani Briones
| 02/04/25 vs Palm Grove Christian | 22 |
| 01/31/25 vs Land O' Lakes Christian | 22 |
| 01/30/25 vs Parkway Christian Academy | 23 |
| 01/27/25 @ Providence Christian | 20 |
Leading Community Christian to victory were Mickey Leccima and Jovani Briones. Leccima almost dropped a double-double with 24 points and nine boards, while Briones almost dropped a double-double with 22 points and nine rebounds. Briones' evening made it four games in a row in which he has scored at least 20 points. Samuel Alexandre was another key player, putting up five points and nine rebounds.
Community Christian smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 16 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive rebounds in 14 consecutive matches.
Palm Grove Christian lost despite a true team effort on offense. The best among them was Gabe Troyer, who posted 11 points. Another player making a difference was Jeremiah Pitts, who put up eight points along with six boards and five steals.
Community Christian pushed their record up to 16-5 with the win, which was their sixth straight at home. The wins came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 58.0 points over those games. As for Palm Grove Christian, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 10-13.
Coincidentally, Community Christian and Palm Grove Christian will both be playing Christian Learning Academy the next time they take the court. Palm Grove Christian will head out to face Christian Learning Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, while Community Christian will host them at 5:00 p.m. on February 11th.
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