Hickory Grove Christian lost against Gaston Day back in January and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Tuesday. The Lions received a blow as they fell 60-42 to the Spartans. The game marked the Lions' lowest-scoring contest so far this season.

Micah Bradley
| 11/18/25 vs Greater Cabarrus Athletic Association | 5 |
| 11/22/25 @ Cape Fear Academy | 6 |
| 11/14/25 vs Liberty Preparatory Christian Academy | 8 |
| 11/21/25 @ Coastal Christian | 8 |
| 12/02/25 vs Lee Park Prep | 10 |
Despite the loss, Hickory Grove Christian saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Micah Bradley shot 54% from the field to rack up 17 points and seven boards. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Bradley has scored all season. Aiden Washington also deserves some recognition as he posted his first assist of the season.
Gaston Day got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Dyson Britt out in front who posted 12 points in addition to five assists and three steals. Another player making a difference was Jaylon Bowden, who went 5-for-7 en route to 11 points and three steals.
Having lost for the first time this season, Hickory Grove Christian fell to 7-1. As for Gaston Day, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 7-3.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Hickory Grove Christian will square off against Gaston Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Lions' defense better be ready for this one: the Eagles have averaged an impressive 70.3 points per game this season. As for Gaston Day, they will face off against Burlington Christian Academy at 6:45 p.m. on Friday. The Spartans will be up against the Royals' rather soft defense (which has allowed 60.1 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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