Gateway Christian's game last Tuesday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They secured a 46-41 W over Broadwater Academy. This was payback for Gateway Christian, who suffered a 53-41 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Gateway Christian got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Jacob Holestin out in front who scored 15 points along with seven rebounds and four steals. Holestin is on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed two or more in the last four games he's played. Matthew Johnson was another key contributor, dropping a double-double on 11 points and 15 rebounds.
Broadwater Academy lost despite a true team effort on the offense, the best among them being Noah Pruitt, who scored 11 points. Another player making a difference was Quinn Ames, who scored ten points.
Gateway Christian's win bumped their record up to 8-9. As for Broadwater Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-8 record this season.
Gateway Christian will look to defend their home court on Tuesday against the Minutemen at 6:30 p.m. As for Broadwater Academy, they won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against the Cavaliers at 7:00 p.m. on February 2nd. StoneBridge is coming into the contest on a three-game losing streak.
