The Christ Academy Warriors's game on January 6th was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against Accelerate Christian and snuck past 26-24. That looming 26-24 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for Christ Academy yet this season.
Accelerate Christian's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jaxon Leyendecker, who dropped a double-double on ten points and 11 rebounds. The team also got some help courtesy of Jaxon McKnight, who scored two points along with 13 rebounds and three steals.
Even though they lost, Accelerate Christian smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 19 offensive rebounds. That's the most offensive rebounds they've managed all season.
Christ Academy's win bumped their record up to 2-5. As for Accelerate Christian, they have traveled a rocky road recently, as they've lost eight of their last ten contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-16 record this season.
Christ Academy won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against Holy Cross Academy at 12:30 p.m. on January 27th. Holy Cross Academy is looking to tack on another W to their three-game streak on the road. As for Accelerate Christian, they won't have much time to rest: their next match is against Wichita Christian at 12:30 p.m. on January 27th. The matchup should be an exciting one, as these teams are ranked near one another in Texas (Wichita Christian is ranked 1654th, while Accelerate Christian is ranked 1652nd).
