Valor North Austin couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. The matchup between them and Grace Academy wasn't particularly close, with the Valor North Austin Lions falling 48-32. The Lions' loss continues a trend for the team, making it nine in a row dating back to last season.
Grace Academy was led to victory by Richmond McIver and Canyon Maxwell. McIver dropped a double-double on 18 points and 22 rebounds, while Maxwell went 11 for 22 en route to 25 points plus four steals. That makes it three consecutive games in which Maxwell has scored at least a third of Grace Academy's points. Another player making a difference was Bryce McIver, who posted five points plus nine rebounds and two blocks.
Grace Academy's win bumped their record up to 3-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Valor North Austin and Valor South Austin will meet in a classic North v. South matchup at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Grace Academy, they will square off against St. Andrew's at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Grace Academy's defense has only allowed 27.5 points per game this season, so St. Andrew's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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