Even though the Candlelight Christian Academy Flames have not done well against the Winter Haven Christian Warriors recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. Candlelight Christian Academy secured a 60-56 W over Winter Haven Christian. Having run the score up that high, both teams probably have some extra defensive drills coming up.
Candlelight Christian Academy was led to victory by Rah'Quez Shepard and Alejandro Hernandez. Shepard scored 31 points along with seven rebounds and six assists, while Hernandez dropped a double-double on 19 points and 12 rebounds. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Shepard has scored all season. Dominick Doers was another key contributor, scoring four points along with 19 rebounds and six blocks.
Candlelight Christian Academy's victory bumped their record up to 8-2. As for Winter Haven Christian, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-14.
Candlelight Christian Academy will head out on the road to challenge Geneva Classical Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Geneva Classical Academy will be looking to keep their four-game home win streak alive. Winter Haven Christian will take on Mater Brighton Lakes Academy at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Mater Brighton Lakes Academy is coming into the contest on a three-game losing streak.
