The Elliot Christian Eagles will head out on the road to square off against the Millennium Falcons at 8:00 p.m. on Monday. Elliot Christian is hoping to put an end to a 12-game streak of away losses.
Elliot Christian suffered their biggest defeat since December 9, 2023 on Friday. They were outmatched by Big Valley Christian on the road and fell 73-45. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat Elliot Christian has suffered against Big Valley Christian since January 21, 2020.
Elliot Christian's defeat came about despite a quality game from Jeremy Nielsen, who scored 17 points along with five assists and three steals. Nielsen continues to roll, besting his previous point total in each of the last three games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Jayden Gaither, who scored seven points along with 14 rebounds and six blocks.
Meanwhile, Millennium took a serious blow against Stone Ridge Christian on Friday, falling 85-32. Millennium has not had much luck with Stone Ridge Christian recently, as the team's come up short the last two times they've met.
Elliot Christian's loss dropped their record down to 4-12. As for Millennium, they have traveled a rocky road recently, as they've lost five of their last six matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-14 record this season.
Elliot Christian came up short against Millennium when the teams last played back in January of 2023, falling 59-55. Can Elliot Christian avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
