First Academy couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They came up short against the Trinity Christian Academy Eagles on Tuesday, falling 92-68. First Academy hasn't had much luck with Trinity Christian Academy recently, as the team's come up short the last two times they've met.
Several Eagles players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Amir Knowles, who scored four points in addition to two blocks.
Even though they lost, First Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 12 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 11 offensive rebounds in ten consecutive matchups dating back to last season.
First Academy is packing up and heading out on the road for their first away game this season. they take on Seven Rivers Christian at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Trinity Christian Academy, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Warner Christian Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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