The Fairfield Falcons's game on Monday was all tied up 20-20 at the half, but sadly for them it didn't stay that way. They fell just short of Central Christian Academy by a score of 46-43. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss Fairfield has suffered yet this season.
Fairfield's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Erin Schwertfeger, who scored five points along with 13 rebounds and five blocks. The team also got some help courtesy of Mikayla Pugh, who scored 13 points along with five steals.
Fairfield's defeat dropped their record down to 5-5. As for Central Christian Academy, they now have a winning record of 5-4.
Fairfield won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against Stafford at 7:30 p.m. on January 23rd. Stafford is hoping to put an end to a six-game streak of away losses. As for Central Christian Academy, they will face off against Goessel at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.