Salem Sayers Baptist Academy has enjoyed the comforts of home their last four games, but now they'll head out on the road. They will square off against the Founders Classical Academy Hoplites at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Given that the pair suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.
Salem Sayers Baptist Academy won a close one the last time they played, but unfortunately they suffered a serious change of fortune two weeks ago. They were dealt a 59-26 loss at the hands of Lifegate Christian. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest points Salem Sayers Baptist Academy has scored all season.
Founders Classical Academy suffered their biggest loss yet this season on Tuesday. They ended up on the wrong side of a tough 45-21 walloping at the hands of Lifegate Christian.
Despite their defeat, Founders Classical Academy saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Savannah Whyle, who scored 13 points along with six steals, was perhaps the best of all. Whyle is absolutely dominating the steal category: she's posted at least two every time she's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Lilly Hammond, who scored five points along with six rebounds and three steals.
Salem Sayers Baptist Academy's loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 4-1. As for Founders Classical Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 6-3.