There's no place like home for Independent Baptist Academy, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Monday. They skirted past the Granite Baptist Academy Guardians 31-29. The Kings haven't had any issues with the Guardians recently, as the game was their sixth consecutive win against them.
William Martin
| 02/13/25 vs Granite Baptist Academy | 12 |
| 12/09/24 @ Granite Baptist Academy | 11 |
| 02/03/25 vs Martinsburg Christian Academy | 8 |
| 01/31/25 vs Lighthouse Baptist Academy | 8 |
| 01/17/25 vs Odenton Christian | 6 |
Independent Baptist Academy got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was William Martin out in front who went 5-for-11 en route to 12 points and eight boards. The dominant performance gave Martin a new career-high in points. Another player making a difference was Jeremiah Taplin, who posted eight points and seven steals.
Despite the loss, Granite Baptist Academy saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Tristen Rawlings had 14 points.
Independent Baptist Academy pushed their record up to 11-5 with the win, which was their third straight at home. The wins came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 51.3 points over those games. As for Granite Baptist Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five games, which has put a noticeable dent in their 4-6 record this season.
Looking ahead, Independent Baptist Academy will venture away from home to take on Frederick Baptist Academy at 3:30 p.m. on February 21st. Frederick Baptist Academy is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 53 points per game this season. As for Granite Baptist Academy, they have already played their next matchup, a 67-23 victory against Milford Christian on the 14th.
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