Hernando Christian Academy can bid farewell to their six-game losing streak thanks to their game on Friday. They came out on top against the Academy at the Lakes Wildcats by a score of 58-51. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 74-72 back in December of 2024.
Hernando Christian Academy's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Jaden Montzka, who posted 26 points. That's the most points Montzka has posted since back in January of 2024. Another player making a difference was Cedric Jackson, Jr., who had 15 points and six boards.
Bradley Cullinan and Tim Astapenka certainly did their best on Friday to avoid the loss. Cullinan dropped a double-double on 22 points and ten rebounds, while Astapenka dropped a double-double on 18 points and 13 boards. Astapenka has been hot recently, having posted eight or more rebounds the last three times he's played. Gavyn Widman was another key player, putting up seven points and five steals.
Lions
| 01/24/25 @ Academy at the Lakes | 58-51 |
| 01/21/25 @ Canterbury | 33-46 |
| 01/16/25 vs Clearwater Central Catholic | 22-69 |
| 01/13/25 vs Central | 62-72 |
| 01/09/25 @ Bishop McLaughlin Catholic | 53-73 |
Hernando Christian Academy's victory ended a nine-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-10. As for Academy at the Lakes, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 7-14.
Hernando Christian Academy has already played their next game, a 64-61 win against First Academy on the 27th. As for Academy at the Lakes, they also didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next matchup, a 61-52 loss against Foundation Christian Academy on the 27th.
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