Pierceton Woods Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat dating back to last season. They were a single point away from ending the streak, but they lost a 65-64 heartbreaker at the hands of the Emmanuel Christian Eagles. If Pierceton Woods Academy was looking for revenge after losing 45-25 to them when the teams met, then they'll just have to keep looking.
Emmanuel Christian's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Zion McKnight led the charge by dropping a double-double on 23 points and 11 boards. McKnight is also on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed three or more in the last 12 games he's played. Another player making a difference was Zander McKnight, who posted 15 points in addition to eight steals and five assists.
Pierceton Woods Academy's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Emmanuel Christian, the win (which was their seventh in a row) raised their record to 14-3.
Pierceton Woods Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Emmanuel Christian, they will welcome Cornerstone Baptist Academy at 6:45 p.m. on Tuesday.
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