Columbia Academy extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping them down to 4-9. 2026 welcomed they with a 69-45 loss courtesy of the Middle Tennessee Christian Cougars. The Bulldogs were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Cougars apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in January of 2025.
As for Middle Tennessee Christian, the victory (which was their eighth in a row) raised their record to 9-1. Given their advantage in MaxPreps' Tennessee basketball rankings (they are ranked 31st, while Columbia Academy is ranked 207th) , the win wasn't entirely unexpected.
Middle Tennessee Christian's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Jules Ferrell led the charge by putting up 17 points and five steals. Anna Clay Shirley was another key player, shooting 42% from the field en route to 14 points along with six boards and five steals.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Columbia Academy is set to challenge their familiar foe Battle Ground Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Middle Tennessee Christian will face off against rival St. Cecilia Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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