Basketball Recap: Evangel Christian Triumphs

Rachel Cassimiro

Points

11/24/25 vs Restoration Academy	18
11/18/25 vs Restoration Academy	21
11/17/25 @ Chilton Christian Academy	15

Restoration Academy came into Monday's matchup looking for another win against Evangel Christian, but Rachel Cassimiro wouldn't allow it. The Lightning snuck past Restoration Academy with a 45-39 victory on Monday with plenty of help from Cassimiro, who dropped a double-double with 18 points and 11 boards. Her big performance that afternoon made it three games in a row in which she has scored at least 15 points.

Restoration Academy's defeat came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Leah Thomas, who posted 15 points. That was a full 38.5% of Restoration Academy's points, marking the fourth time in a row Thomas has had more than a third of the team's points. Desiree Hall was another key player, putting up ten points.

Evangel Christian now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Restoration Academy, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 5-1.

Evangel Christian has already played their next game, a 36-23 defeat against North River Christian on the 25th. As for Restoration Academy, they also didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next contest, a 56-42 loss against Tabernacle on the 25th.