Jacksonville Christian Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They were three points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 47-44 heartbreaker at the hands of the Pamlico Christian Academy Mariners. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Conquerors this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 49-37 back in December of 2024.
Kellen Evans
| 02/04/25 vs Pamlico Christian Academy | 18 |
| 01/31/25 vs Pitt County P | 11 |
| 01/27/25 @ Washington Montessori | 15 |
| 01/16/25 @ Jones | 8 |
| 01/14/25 vs New Bern Christian Academy | 15 |
| + 9 more games |
Jacksonville Christian Academy's loss came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Kellen Evans, who dropped a double-double on 13 points and 18 boards. Evans is on a roll when it comes to rebounds, as he's now pulled down eight or more in the last 14 games he's played. Pierson Santiago was another key player, going 5 for 10 to rack up 15 points and six boards.
Even though they lost, Jacksonville Christian Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 15 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive boards in four consecutive matchups.
Max Cruz was a one-man wrecking crew for Pamlico Christian Academy as he went 7 of 10 en route to 18 points in addition to six rebounds and four steals. That's the most points Cruz has posted since back in January of 2024. Another player making a difference was Elijah Wright, who earned nine points and three steals.
Jacksonville Christian Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 4-14. As for Pamlico Christian Academy, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won six of their last seven games, which provided a nice bump to their 20-5 record this season.
Jacksonville Christian Academy didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next contest, a 58-53 loss against Gramercy Christian on the 7th. As for Pamlico Christian Academy, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next match, a 47-31 victory against Fellowship Christian Academy on the 6th.
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