Basketball Recap: Bradenton Christian Victorious

Timmy Mercer

Points

12/05/25 vs Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy	22
12/02/25 vs Sarasota Christian	25
11/17/25 @ Admiral Farragut	22

Bradenton Christian won the last time they faced Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy and Timmy Mercer did his part to make sure it happened again. The Panthers blew past the Eagles 76-45 on Friday thanks in part to Mercer, who dropped a double-double with 22 points and ten assists. His evening made it three games in a row in which he has scored at least 22 points.

Kellen Ulrich was another key player, going 6-for-7 on his way to 14 points. Thanks to that strong game, he now owns an excellent 56% shooting accuracy.

Bradenton Christian's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 2-4.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Bradenton Christian won't have much time to rest: their next game is against Imagine School at North Port at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday. The Panthers' defense better be ready for this one: the Sharks have averaged an impressive 71 points per game this season. As for Lakewood Ranch Preparatory Academy, they will look to defend their home court on Thursday against Out-of-Door Academy at 7:30 p.m.