It was a proper cat-fight when Community Baptist Christian took on Crosspointe Christian Academy on Thursday. The Community Baptist Christian Cougars had to suffer through a 72-42 loss at the hands of the Crosspointe Christian Academy Panthers. The Cougars were not able to make up for their defeat to the Panthers from their previous meeting back in February of 2024.
When it comes to explaining why Community Baptist Christian lost, don't look at Sam Maller. Despite the final result, he went 7 of 16 en route to 19 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Daviea Jones, who posted seven points in addition to eight rebounds and three steals.
Crosspointe Christian Academy was led to victory by Coltenn Wagner and Phil Fitzsimmons. Wagner dropped a double-double on 26 points and 11 boards, while Fitzsimmons went 9 for 11 on his way to 18 points and seven rebounds. That's the most boards Wagner has posted since back in February of 2024. Daniel Myer was another key player, putting up five points and three steals.
Community Baptist Christian has traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-5 record this season. As for Crosspointe Christian Academy, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 6-7.
Coincidentally, the two teams will both be playing Maranatha Baptist the next time they take the court. Community Baptist Christian will head out to face Maranatha Baptist at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, while Crosspointe Christian Academy will head out to face them at 12:30 p.m. on Friday.
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