The Denbigh Baptist Christian Minutemen's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Friday after their third straight loss. They took a 47-35 hit to the loss column at the hands of Hampton Christian Academy. While losing is never fun, Denbigh Baptist Christian can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Virginia basketball rankings (they are ranked 292nd, while Hampton Christian Academy is ranked 91st).
When it comes to explaining why Denbigh Baptist Christian lost, one person who can't be blamed is Payten Gary. Despite the final result, she scored 16 points along with five rebounds and two steals. Rylee Stewart was another key contributor, scoring four points along with four steals.
Hampton Christian Academy's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Ally Rodenberg, who almost dropped a double-double on 13 points and nine rebounds. It was the first time this season that Rodenberg pulled down eight or more rebounds. The team also got some help courtesy of Mahdy Sigler, who almost dropped a double-double on nine points and 13 rebounds.
Denbigh Baptist Christian has been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last eight contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 9-10 record this season. As for Hampton Christian Academy, the win for they keeps them at an undefeated 17-0.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Denbigh Baptist Christian will take on Portsmouth Christian at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Portsmouth Christian is coming into the game with five straight losses on the road, meaning Denbigh Baptist Christian will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory. As for Hampton Christian Academy, they will be playing at home against Greenbrier Christian Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Hampton Christian Academy is coming into the matchup with nine straight victories at home, so Greenbrier Christian Academy is out to stop a squad with plenty of momentum.
