The Aucilla Christian Warriors just played last yesterday, but they'll still welcome the St. John Lutheran Saints at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday. Both come into the contest bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
On Friday, Aucilla Christian beat Altha 30-20. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Warriors.
12/15/23 vs Wewahitchka | 5 |
12/20/24 vs Altha | 4 |
12/05/23 @ Branford | 2 |
12/12/23 @ Countryside Christian | 2 |
01/22/24 vs Jefferson County | 2 |
Aucilla Christian can attribute much of their success to Avery Emerick, who almost dropped a double-double on nine points and 18 rebounds, and Georgia Lindsey, who dropped a double-double on 11 points and 11 rebounds. What's more, Lindsey also racked up four assists, the most she's had since back in December of 2023. Lexie Eades was another key player, putting up eight points along with seven rebounds and three steals.
Aucilla Christian smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 21 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive boards in 20 consecutive matchups dating back to last season.
Meanwhile, St. John Lutheran took their game last Friday with ease, bagging a 43-8 win over Gainesville Christian Community.
Aucilla Christian better keep an eye on Layla Salman. She was instrumental in St. John Lutheran's win, going 11 of 22 on her way to 28 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Isabelle Baluyot, who posted two points and seven steals.
St. John Lutheran now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Aucilla Christian, the victory got them back to even at 5-5.
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