It's hard to turn regular season success into postseason wins, a fact Konos Academy can now relate to. They came up short against the Johnson Ferry Christian Academy Saints on Tuesday, falling 75-51. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Condor have suffered since November 19, 2024.
Konos Academy's loss came despite strong showings from Joshua Knapp and Samuel Brezina. Knapp almost dropped a double-double with 18 points and nine boards, while Brezina went 5-for-10 to rack up 12 points and five steals. That was a full 35.3% of Konos Academy's points, marking the third time in a row Knapp has posted more than a third of the team's points.
Johnson Ferry Christian Academy's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Luke Newman, who went 6-for-11 from beyond the arc en route to 18 points. Newman is also on a roll when it comes to field goal percentage, as he's posted one of at least 46% in the last five games he's played. Another player making a difference was Trent Witte, who went 5-for-9 on his way to 12 points along with six rebounds and three steals.
Konos Academy's loss dropped their record down to 11-15. As for Johnson Ferry Christian Academy, they are on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 15-9 record this season.
Konos Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Johnson Ferry Christian Academy, they have already played their next game, a 72-55 defeat against Creekside Christian Academy on the 14th.
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