The Valor Christian Lions will venture away from home to face off against the Lanier Christian Academy Lightning at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. One thing working in Valor Christian's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last seven contests.
Valor Christian is headed into the matchup after thoroughly thrashing Johnson Ferry Christian Academy: they outscored them in every quarter. Given that consistent dominance, it should come as no surprise that Valor Christian blew Johnson Ferry Christian Academy out of the water with a 72-13 final score. The Lions have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won 16 games by 22 points or more this season.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Valor Christian to victory, but perhaps none more so than Geory LaMark, who posted 15 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Marisa Taylor, who earned 12 points.
Meanwhile, Lanier Christian Academy took a blow against Horizon Christian Academy on Friday, falling 60-33. The loss continues a trend for the Lightning in their matchups with the Warriors: they've now lost four in a row.
Valor Christian will need focus on slowing down Ellie Roberts, one of several Lanier Christian Academy players who made an impact when they last played. She went 5 of 10 on her way to 11 points. Another player making a difference was Adelyn Gough, who scored seven points and seven boards.
Valor Christian pushed their record up to 20-2 with the victory, which was their 24th straight at home dating back to last season. Those victories came thanks to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 28.1 points per game. As for Lanier Christian Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 11-11.
This contest is shaping up to be a blowout: Valor Christian hasn't had any problem running up the score this season, having averaged 65.4 points per game. It's a different story for Lanier Christian Academy, though, as they've been averaging only 38.6 points. The only thing between Valor Christian and another offensive beatdown is Lanier Christian Academy. Will they be able to keep them contained?
Valor Christian took their win against Lanier Christian Academy in their previous meeting last Thursday by a conclusive 64-42. The rematch might be a little tougher for Valor Christian since the team won't have the home-court advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
