Central Christian has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 27.6 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They fell 70-60 to the West Florida Baptist Academy Conquerors. The Saints have been going strong on the season, but this is now their second loss in a row.
It was another big night for Bryse Burkett, who on her way to 40 points in addition to six assists and three steals for West Florida Baptist Academy. The game was Burkett's third in a row with at least 17 points. Another player making a difference was Olivia Pearce, who dropped a double-double with 14 points and 15 rebounds.
Central Christian's defeat dropped their record down to 21-4. As for West Florida Baptist Academy, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 14 of their last 15 matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 24-5 record this season.
Central Christian didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next contest, a 56-39 win against Santa Rosa Christian on the 22nd. As for West Florida Baptist Academy, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next game, a 66-24 victory against Pensacola Christian Academy on the 22nd.
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