The Hernando Christian Academy Lions had to start their season on the road on Monday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They took a 31-27 hit to the loss column at the hands of Classical Prep. Hernando Christian Academy has not had much luck with Classical Prep recently, as the team's come up short the last two times they've met.
Hernando Christian Academy's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Kelly Wong, who scored 11 points along with 5 rebounds. Addisyn Slocum was another key contributor, scoring 5 points along with 6 rebounds and 3 steals.
Hernando Christian Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 0-1. As for Classical Prep, their victory bumped their record up to 1-0.
Hernando Christian Academy will be playing at home against Academy at the Lakes at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Academy at the Lakes and Hernando Christian Academy are at an even 5-5 over their past ten head-to-heads. As for Classical Prep, they will head out on the road to face off against Central at 7:00 p.m. on Monday.
