Banff is on a seven-game streak of home losses, Central Christian Academy a four-game streak of away losses dating back to last season, but someone's luck will change on Thursday. The Banff Bears will welcome the Central Christian Academy Cougars at 5:30 p.m. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the two teams posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.
Fans were treated to a Battle of the Bears on Thursday. Banff fell 76-67 to The Connection School of Houston.
Jayden Oriedetu
| 02/06/25 vs The Connection School of Houston | 15 |
| 02/04/25 vs Texas Christian | 8 |
| 01/31/25 @ Central Christian Academy | 20 |
| 01/30/25 vs Shady Acres Christian | 17 |
| 01/23/25 vs School of the Woods | 14 |
| + 8 more games |
Despite their loss, Banff saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Jayden Oriedetu, who dropped a double-double on 12 points and 15 boards, was perhaps the best of all. Oriedetu is crushing it when it comes to rebounds: he's pulled down at least eight every time he's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Isaac Sumpter, who almost dropped a double-double on 14 points and nine boards.
Even though they lost, Banff smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 12 offensive boards in seven consecutive matches.
Meanwhile, Central Christian Academy didn't have too much breathing room in their game against Banff last Friday, but they still walked away with a 66-61 victory. Considering the Cougars' offense had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.
Central Christian Academy's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Banff, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-16.
Banff came up short against Central Christian Academy in their previous meeting last Friday, falling 66-61. Will Banff have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other basketball content.
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