Baker hadn't done well against Pensacola Christian Academy recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. The Baker Gators enjoyed a cozy 52-38 win over the Pensacola Christian Academy Warriors. The Gators' victory was nothing new given the team hasn't lost yet this season.
It was another big night for Cole Hardin, who scored 16 points. Another player making a difference was Peyton Ellis, who had five points in addition to ten rebounds.
Baker 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 ten offensive rebounds in three consecutive matches.
When it comes to explaining why Pensacola Christian Academy lost, don't look at Quincy Williams. Despite the final result, he scored 17 points plus eight rebounds and two steals. The contest was Williams' sixth in a row with at least ten points. Mateus Moreira was another key player, posting nine points.
Baker's win bumped their record up to 4-0. As for Pensacola Christian Academy, they dropped their record down to 2-4 with the loss, which was their third straight at home.
Baker has already played their next matchup, a 69-67 defeat against Freeport on the 6th. As for Pensacola Christian Academy, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next game, a 79-58 victory against Rocky Bayou Christian on the 6th.
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