Harrells Christian Academy had to start their season on the road on Monday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They had to suffer through a 54-11 loss at the hands of the Wilmington Christian Academy Patriots. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it seven in a row.
Mary Willow Rumbold was Harrells Christian Academy's leading scorer, having posted five points. Mollie Sasser held things down on the boards with three rebounds.
Wilmington Christian Academy's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Taylor Pierce, who shot 56% from the field to rack up 22 points. Pierce is also crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least two every time she's taken the court this season. Mallory Deutsch was another key player, putting up seven points in addition to ten assists and five steals.
Wilmington Christian Academy's victory was their 13th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 6-0.
Harrells Christian Academy wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 34-9 loss against Coastal Christian on the 25th. As for Wilmington Christian Academy, they have also already played their next matchup, a 41-33 defeat against New Bern Christian Academy on the 2nd.
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