Basketball Recap: Lake Norman Comes Up Short

Wildcats

Team Score (Highest)

11/28/25 vs Burlington Christian Academy	77
11/18/25 vs Pine Lake Prep	74
11/21/25 vs Hickory Ridge	69
11/25/25 @ Mount Tabor	42

Lake Norman scored the most points they've had this season on Friday, but it wasn't enough. They were just a bucket shy of victory and fell 78-77 to the Burlington Christian Academy Royals. The Wildcats' defeat continues a trend for the squad, making it three in a row.

Lake Norman's loss came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Owen Pfefferkorn, who almost dropped a double-double with 22 points and nine rebounds. Another player making a difference was Cohen Edwards, who posted 20 points along with six boards and three steals.

Lake Norman's defeat dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Burlington Christian Academy, the win was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 5-1.

Coming up, Lake Norman won't have much time to rest: their next game is against Mallard Creek at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Wildcats will be up against the Mavericks' rather soft defense (which has allowed 73 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Burlington Christian Academy, they will take on Greensboro Day School at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.