Asheville Christian Academy couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They fell 55-44 to the Gaston Christian Eagles on Friday. The Lions were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Eagles apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in February.
When it comes to explaining why Asheville Christian Academy lost, don't look at Sara Larios. Despite the final result, she scored 16 points plus seven assists and six steals. The contest was Larios' third in a row with at least ten points. The team also got some help courtesy of Lauren Bass, who posted eight points in addition to three steals.
Happy Arune was a one-man wrecking crew for Gaston Christian as she dropped a double-double on 24 points and 16 rebounds. Emily Haux was another key player, almost dropping a double-double on 12 points and nine assists.
The victory made it two in a row for Gaston Christian and bumps their season record up to 2-0.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Asheville Christian Academy is packing up and heading out on the road for their first away game this season. they challenge Tri-Cities Christian at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Gaston Christian, their road trip will continue as they head out to face Davidson Day at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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