While Gaston Christian didn't have the best season last year (they finished 3-14), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past. They breezed by the Hickory Grove Christian Lions to the tune of 55-13 on Tuesday. That 42 point margin sets a new team best for the Eagles this season.
Gaston Christian was led to victory by Sophie Mueller and Happy Arune. Mueller went 7 of 9 on her way to 17 points and four steals, while Arune posted eight points along with seven boards and four steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Emily Haux, who had nine points and three steals.
Eagles
| 12/10/24 @ Hickory Grove Christian | 55-13 |
| 12/06/24 vs SouthLake Christian Academy | 63-29 |
| 12/03/24 vs Metrolina Christian Academy | 73-45 |
The victory (which was Gaston Christian's third in a row) raised their record to 7-2. Those victories came thanks to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 29.0 points per game. As for Hickory Grove Christian, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-6.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Gaston Christian will challenge Asheville School (Independent) at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Hickory Grove Christian, they will face off against SouthLake Christian Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Hickory Grove Christian is facing SouthLake Christian Academy at the right time seeing as SouthLake Christian Academy is stuck on a five-game losing streak.
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