Wiregrass dropped to 8-9 on Friday, ending the team's seven-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season. They took a blow against the Evangel Christian Lightning, falling 85-46. While losing is never fun, the Kings can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Alabama basketball rankings (they are ranked 270th, while the Lightning are ranked 49th).
When it comes to explaining why Wiregrass lost, don't look at Jonathan Treadaway. Despite the final result, he posted eight points. Brayden Treadaway was another key player, putting up six points.
As for Evangel Christian, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 15-0. The wins came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 70.8 points over those games.
Evangel Christian got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Hudson Walker out in front who shot 67% from the field to rack up 17 points in addition to eight boards and four steals. Walker is also on a roll when it comes to blocks, as he's now posted two or more in each of the last four games he's played. Another player making a difference was Maison Phillips, who went 7-for-15 on his way to 17 points and three steals.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Wiregrass will take on North Florida Christian at 8:00 p.m. on Monday. The Kings will be up against the Eagles' rather soft defense (which has allowed 57.75 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Evangel Christian, they will face off against Ezekiel Academy at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. The Lightning's defense better be ready for this one: the Knights have averaged an impressive 63.3 points per game this season.
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