The Blair County Christian Bobcats will take on the Bedford County CIA Agents at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The two teams have allowed few points on average, (Blair County Christian: 26.8, Bedford County CIA: 27.6) so any points scored will be well earned.
On Tuesday, Blair County Christian didn't have too much breathing room in their matchup against Clearfield Alliance Christian, but they still walked away with a 35-29 win.
01/14/25 @ Clearfield Alliance Christian | 16 |
02/06/24 @ Bedford County CIA | 16 |
01/30/24 vs Great Commission | 14 |
03/08/24 vs Tournament Opponent | 13 |
01/10/25 vs Johnstown Christian | 13 |
It was another big night for Gabi Dull, who dropped a double-double on 15 points and 16 boards. That's the most rebounds she has posted since back in February of 2024. Jena Kane was another key player, putting up eight points.
Blair County Christian smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 20 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive boards in ten consecutive games dating back to last season.
Meanwhile, Bedford County CIA entered their tilt with Mt. Carmel Christian on Monday with two consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with three. They walked away with a 24-15 victory over Mt. Carmel Christian.
Blair County Christian better keep an eye on Betsy Brennan. She was instrumental in Bedford County CIA's win, dropping a double-double on 12 points and ten steals. Another player making a difference was Cassia Gorczyca, who posted five points and three steals.
Blair County Christian pushed their record up to 7-2 with the win, which was their third straight on the road. Those victories came thanks to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 18.7 points per game. As for Bedford County CIA, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five contests, which provided a nice bump to their 6-5 record this season.
Rebounding is likely to be a big factor in this contest: Blair County Christian has been smashing the glass this season, having averaged 31.6 boards per game. However, it's not like Bedford County CIA struggles in that department as they've been averaging 27.7 rebounds. With both teams battling to corral missed shots, we'll see if one team can grab an edge.
Everything came up roses for Blair County Christian against Bedford County CIA when the teams last played two weeks ago, as the squad secured a 44-9 victory. In that matchup, Blair County Christian amassed a halftime lead of 27-2, an impressive feat they'll look to repeat on Thursday.