Salem Baptist Christian was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat. They were beaten by the Hickory Christian Academy Knights 73-36. The Vikings lost against the Knights in their previous head to head back in January of 2024, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 66-55 score last time.
Hickory Christian Academy's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Carter Moore, who went 9 of 14 on his way to 22 points in addition to six rebounds and four steals. Those 22 points gave Moore a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Kaleb Massey, who went 11 for 20 en route to 24 points.
Salem Baptist Christian's loss dropped their record down to 1-8. As for Hickory Christian Academy, the victory (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 5-7.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Salem Baptist Christian will square off against Westchester Country Day at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Hickory Christian Academy, they will challenge Statesville Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. One thing working in Statesville Christian's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last six matches.
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