Valiant Cross Academy had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They simply couldn't be stopped on Friday as they easily beat the Trinity Christian Eagles 71-39. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest victory the Warriors have posted since November 30, 2023.
Deshawn Hall went supernova for Valiant Cross Academy, dropping a double-double on 26 points and 12 rebounds. Hall has been hot for a while, having posted 12 or more rebounds the last 26 times he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Letwan Hall Jr, who almost dropped a triple-double on 13 points, nine rebounds, and nine steals.
Valiant Cross Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 26 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 16 offensive rebounds in 29 consecutive games dating back to last season.
The loss snapped Trinity Christian's winning streak at three games and leaves them with a 3-1 record.
Valiant Cross Academy will face off against Quitman County at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. Trinity Christian has already played their next match (against Valiant Cross Academy), but no score has been uploaded at the time of writing.
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