The Wayne Christian Academy Eagle couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. Their tough 61-38 defeat to Appling Christian Academy on Monday might stick with them for a while.
Leading Appling Christian Academy to victory were Xzayvier Anderson and Jaden Drake. Anderson scored 23 points along with three steals, while Drake dropped a double-double on 26 points and 14 rebounds. That makes it five consecutive games in which Drake has scored at least a third of Appling Christian Academy's points. The team also got some help courtesy of Alex Coursey, who scored two points along with 13 rebounds and two blocks.
Wayne Christian Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 0-1. As for Appling Christian Academy, the victory got them back to even at 9-9.
Wayne Christian Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now. Appling Christian Academy won't have much time to rest: their next match is against Crossroads Christian Academy at 6:00 p.m. on January 23rd. Crossroads Christian Academy is still on the hunt for that elusive first 'W'.
