After losing to Cornerstone Christian Academy the last time they met, First Baptist decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The First Baptist Saints escaped with a win on Thursday against the Cornerstone Christian Academy Warriors by the margin of a single free throw, 45-44. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Saints.
First Baptist's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Georgia Alford, who scored 17 points along with seven rebounds and four steals. Alford's evening made it six games in a row in which she has scored at least ten points. Kolbie Gillispie was another key player, posting eight points plus 13 rebounds.
First Baptist smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 21 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 13 offensive rebounds in three consecutive matchups.
First Baptist's win bumped their record up to 5-1. As for Cornerstone Christian Academy, their loss ended an 11-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 2-1.
First Baptist will take on Gainesville in a tournament on Monday. First Baptist is looking to tack on another W to their ten-game streak on the road dating back to last season. As for Cornerstone Christian Academy, they will get a bit of extra time to process the defeat as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Trinity Christian at 6:00 p.m. on December 3rd.
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