Basketball Recap: Friends Victorious

Friends hadn't done well against Chapelgate Christian Academy recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Monday. The Friends Quakers secured a 61-55 W over the Chapelgate Christian Academy Yellowjackets. The Quakers didn't have much to brag about two games back, but this victory makes it their second in a row.

Several Yellowjackets players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Landen Custis, who went 8 of 13 to rack up 21 points and four steals. What's more, Custis also posted a 62% shooting accuracy, which is the highest he's posted since back in December of 2024. Another player making a difference was Mason Plater, who dropped a double-double with 15 points and ten boards.

Friends' win bumped their record up to 6-17. As for Chapelgate Christian Academy, they have been struggling recently as they've lost eight of their last nine games, which has put a noticeable dent in their 8-19 record this season.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Friends will face off against St. Paul's at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. St. Paul's will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Friends surely won't give up without a fight. As for Chapelgate Christian Academy, they will take on Gerstell Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday.