First Baptist Academy hadn't done well against Evangelical Christian recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The First Baptist Academy Lions came out on top against the Evangelical Christian Sentinels by a score of 59-51. The Lions' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
First Baptist Academy's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Zara Leilani Stewart, who dropped a double-double on 16 points and ten rebounds. The dominant performance also gave Leilani Stewart a new career-high in offensive rebounds (four). Eslynda Bouzi was another key player, posting 19 points plus seven rebounds and three steals.
First Baptist Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with ten offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive rebounds in four consecutive games.
Despite the defeat, Evangelical Christian had strong showings from Nalah Smith, who dropped a double-double on 23 points and 11 rebounds, and Areille Marc, who had 18 points in addition to five rebounds and three steals. Marc is trending in the right direction considering she's improved her point production for three straight games. Another player making a difference was Moriah Walker, who had four points in addition to three steals.
First Baptist Academy's record now sits at 4-0. As for Evangelical Christian, their record is now 2-2.
First Baptist Academy won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against Seacrest Country Day at 7:40 p.m. on Saturday. As for Evangelical Christian, they also won't have to wait long for more action: they'll challenge Barron Collier at 3:40 p.m. on Saturday. Barron Collier will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Evangelical Christian surely won't give up without a fight.
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