Basketball Game Preview: Ascension Classical Admiral vs. Bishop Noland Episcopal Day Eagles

The Ascension Classical Admiral will venture away from home to face off against the Bishop Noland Episcopal Day Eagles at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Bishop Noland Episcopal Day took a loss in their last game and will be looking to turn the tables on Ascension Classical, who comes in off a win.

Bishop Noland Episcopal Day better have a healthy lead at halftime, because if Ascension Classical's game on Friday is any indication, that's when Ascension Classical really gets things going. The Admiral put the hurt on Open Door Christian Academy with a sharp 32-12 victory. The Admiral's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.

Kirsten Kay was a one-woman wrecking crew as she dropped a double-double with 20 points and 13 steals. She is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed three or more in each of the last four games she's played. Claire Williams was another key player, putting up four points and six rebounds.

Meanwhile, Bishop Noland Episcopal Day played a tough matchup last Thursday in which they were outscored in every quarter. They were outmatched by Acadiana Christian and fell 55-12. The Eagles were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 29-4.

Ascension Classical will need to focus on slowing down Elizabeth Cox, one of several Bishop Noland Episcopal Day players who made an impact when they last played. She posted five points and nine boards.

Ascension Classical's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-5. As for Bishop Noland Episcopal Day, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-2.