Even though the Miami Valley Christian Academy Lions have not done well against the Cincinnati Christian Cougars recently (they were 0-9 in their previous nine matchups), they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. It was close, but Miami Valley Christian Academy ultimately received the gift of a 57-54 win from a begrudging Lionssquad. The win was familiar territory for they who now have three in a row.
It was another big night for Henry Patterson, who dropped a double-double on 17 points and 13 rebounds. Those 13 rebounds set a new season-high mark for him. Another player making a difference was Jack Durand, who scored ten points along with six rebounds.
Miami Valley Christian Academy's win bumped their record up to 4-2. As for Cincinnati Christian, their loss ended a four-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 2-2.
Miami Valley Christian Academy will head out on the road to face off against Fayetteville-Perry at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Cincinnati Christian won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against Taylor at 7:30 p.m. on December 16th.
