Sunshine Bible Academy came into Friday's game having lost seven straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They came out on top against the James Valley Christian Vikings by a score of 35-25 on Friday. For the Crusaders, this counts as revenge for the 54-22 win the Vikings walked away with the last time they faced one another back in December of 2023.
Sunshine Bible Academy's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Soliel Mickelson led the charge by putting up six points in addition to ten rebounds and three steals. Mickelson is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least two every time she's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Ciera Mickelson, who posted seven points in addition to eight boards and three steals.
Sunshine Bible Academy 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 nine offensive rebounds in five consecutive contests dating back to last season.
Sunshine Bible Academy's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for James Valley Christian, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 0-2.
Sunshine Bible Academy will get to enjoy the win for a while: their next game is against Wessington Springs at 6:30 p.m. on January 9, 2025. James Valley Christian also won't see the court for a while: their next matchup is against Wolsey-Wessington at 4:00 p.m. on January 9, 2025.
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