Hart 2 Hart Academy is on a six-game streak of home losses, First Christian a five-game streak of away losses (dating back to last season), but someone's luck is about to change. The Hart 2 Hart Academy Warriors will take on the First Christian Lions at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Given that both teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this contest.
Hart 2 Hart Academy suffered their biggest loss yet this season on Tuesday. They were outmatched by First Assembly Christian Academy at home and fell 62-29. The defeat unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Hart 2 Hart Academy in their matchups with First Assembly Christian Academy: they've now lost eight in a row.
Despite the defeat, Hart 2 Hart Academy had strong showings from Daniel Bliffin, who scored 13 points along with nine rebounds, and Jordan Keen, who dropped a double-double on 11 points and 15 rebounds. Keen is absolutely dominating the rebound category: he's posted at least eight every time he's taken the court this season.
Meanwhile, First Christian ended up a good deal behind Northside Christian Academy on Tuesday and lost 40-22. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest points First Christian has scored all season.
Hart 2 Hart Academy has not been sharp recently, as they've lost four of their last five matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-11 record this season. As for First Christian, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-8.
Hart 2 Hart Academy strolled past First Christian in their previous meeting back in December of 2023 by a score of 65-51. Will Hart 2 Hart Academy repeat their success, or does First Christian have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
