The Lakewood Presbyterian Knights will face off against the Coram Deo Academy Rhetoric Lions at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Given that both suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this contest.
Back in December of 2024, Lakewood Presbyterian was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 57-52 to Poetry Community Christian. The Knights have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Even though the team lost, they still had their share of impressive performances. One of the best came from Steven Montgomery, who posted seven points in addition to 12 rebounds and four blocks. Lakewood Presbyterian is 4-1 when Montgomery posts eight or more boards, but 4-5 otherwise. The team also got some help courtesy of Yarnell Freitas, who put up seven points along with 11 boards and four blocks.
Even though they lost, Lakewood Presbyterian smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 23 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 11 offensive rebounds in six consecutive matches.
Meanwhile, Coram Deo Academy Rhetoric lost to Faith Lutheran on the road by a 35-17 margin on Tuesday. The game marked Coram Deo Academy Rhetoric's lowest-scoring contest so far this season.
Like Coram Deo Academy Rhetoric, they lost despite seeing results from several players. Cohen Blanchard led the charge by putting up ten points.
Lakewood Presbyterian's defeat dropped their record down to 8-6. As for Coram Deo Academy Rhetoric, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost five of their last six matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-6 record this season.
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