Basketball Recap: Violet Martin's Big Game Can't Quite Lead Aletheia Christian Academy over Tate

After a string of three wins, Aletheia Christian Academy's good fortune finally ran out on Thursday. They came up short against the Tate Aggies, falling 44-24. Sadly, that's the second time they've come up short against the Lions this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 49-21 back in November.

Aletheia Christian Academy lost despite a true team effort on offense, the best among them being Violet Martin, who posted 12 points and five rebounds. Martin has been hot for a while, having also posted two or more steals the last 21 times she's played. Another player making a difference was Katelyn Davis, who had five points and six blocks.

Tate was led to victory by Amerie McGee and Sam Williams. McGee posted ten points, while Williams earned 12 points. Another player making a difference was Sarah Mitchell, who put up seven points.

Aletheia Christian Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 5-4. As for Tate, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 4-3.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Aletheia Christian Academy won't have much time to rest: their next match is against Pensacola Christian Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Aletheia Christian Academy's defense has only allowed 29.9 points per game this season, so Pensacola Christian Academy's offense will have their work cut out for them. Tate will take on Northview in a holiday battle at 6:00 p.m. on Monday at.