There's no place like home for the Hickory Grove Christian Lions, who bounced back after a tough loss on the road last Monday. They blew past Liberty Preparatory Christian 58-36. That 22 point margin sets a new team best for Hickory Grove Christian this season.
Hickory Grove Christian's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Barack Jones, who scored 11 points along with five assists and three steals. Another player making a difference was Tristan Nelson, who scored 12 points.
Hickory Grove Christian's win ended a seven-game drought at home and bumped them up to 6-21. As for Liberty Preparatory Christian, their defeat ended a four-game streak of away wins and brought them to 10-8.
Hickory Grove Christian will head out on the road to take on Asheville School (Independent) at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. One thing working in Asheville School (Independent)'s favor is that they have posted big point totals in their last three matches. Liberty Preparatory Christian does not have any more games scheduled as of now.