Mintz Christian Academy hadn't done well against Antioch Christian Academy recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Mintz Christian Academy Lions managed a 41-37 victory over the Antioch Christian Academy Gators. For the Lions, this counts as revenge for the 59-15 win the Gators walked away with the last time they faced one another back in February.
When it comes to explaining why Antioch Christian Academy lost, don't look at Jessa Oxendine. Despite the final result, she went 12 for 24 on her way to 26 points in addition to seven rebounds and six steals. That was a full 70.3% of Antioch Christian Academy's points, marking the third time in a row she's posted more than a third of the team's points.
Lions
| 12/10/24 vs Antioch Christian Academy | 41-37 |
| 12/05/24 @ Mullins Marion Christian | 48-47 |
| 12/03/24 vs Columbus Christian Academy | 50-4 |
The victory was the third in a row for Mintz Christian Academy, bringing their record for this year to 3-0. The wins came thanks to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 29.3 points per game. As for Antioch Christian Academy, the loss snapped their winning streak at 11 games dating back to last season and leaves them with a 2-1 record.
Coincidentally, Mintz Christian Academy and Antioch Christian Academy will both be playing Columbus Christian Academy the next time they take the court. Antioch Christian Academy will head out to face Columbus Christian Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, while Mintz Christian Academy will head out to face them at 7:00 p.m. on January 7, 2025.
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