Evangel Christian was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They took a 44-32 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Ezekiel Academy Knights. Sadly, that's the second time they've come up short against the Lightning this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 32-20 two weeks ago.
| 01/28/25 vs Ezekiel Academy | 8 |
| 01/17/25 @ Ezekiel Academy | 10 |
| 01/14/25 @ Tuscaloosa Home Educators | 12 |
| 01/09/25 @ Mt. Pleasant Christian | 17 |
When it comes to explaining why Evangel Christian lost, don't look at Rachel Cassimiro. Despite the final result, she posted eight points and eight rebounds. Cassimiro is on a roll when it comes to boards, as she's now pulled down eight or more in the last four games she's played.
Even though they lost, Evangel Christian smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 14 offensive boards in four consecutive contests.
Ezekiel Academy found their leader in sophomore Gianna Johnson, who scored 11 points in addition to six rebounds and three blocks. The team also got some help courtesy of Jill Newell, who had nine points.
Evangel Christian's loss dropped their record down to 9-6. As for Ezekiel Academy, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 18-3.
Evangel Christian wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next matchup, a 51-14 victory against Wiregrass on the 31st. Ezekiel Academy has also already played their next game, a 54-19 win against Conecuh Springs Christian on the 30th.
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