Heritage Classical Christian Academy hadn't done well against Liberty Christian Academy recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Heritage Classical Christian Academy Hawks walked away with a 46-34 victory over the Liberty Christian Academy Eagles. For the Hawks, this counts as revenge for the 35-27 win the Eagles walked away with the last time they faced one another back in November of 2023.
Heritage Classical Christian Academy was led to victory by Luke Heskett and Josh Gray. Heskett dropped a double-double on 16 points and 20 rebounds, while Gray scored 12 points plus eight rebounds and four steals. Heskett is crushing it when it comes to rebounds: he's pulled down at least 12 every time he's taken the court this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Trip Taylor, who posted 11 points along with four steals.
Heritage Classical Christian Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 12 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 12 offensive rebounds in three consecutive contests.
Liberty Christian Academy's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Cruze Meyer, who earned eight points in addition to two steals. What's more, Meyer also racked up two assists, the most he's had since back in January. Willy Mueller was another key player, posting eight points along with 13 rebounds and two steals.
Heritage Classical Christian Academy pushed their record up to 3-0 with the victory, which was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season. Those victories were due in large part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 29.2 points per game. As for Liberty Christian Academy, the defeat snapped their winning streak at seven games dating back to last season and leaves them with a 2-1 record.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Heritage Classical Christian Academy will welcome Thomas Jefferson School at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Liberty Christian Academy, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Providence Classical Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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