Corinth Christian Academy unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They were outmatched by the Hamilton County Trojans and fell 92-34. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it five in a row.
Corinth Christian Academy's loss came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Justin Fowler, who posted 12 points. Kyler Hart was another key player, dropping a double-double with ten points and ten boards.
Hamilton County found their leader in freshman Cayden Merine, who went 9-for-10 en route to 24 points along with six rebounds and three steals. The team also got some help courtesy of King Harper, who made all 5 shots he took racking up 13 points and three steals.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Corinth Christian Academy is packing up and heading out for their first away game of the season: they will take on Cornerstone Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Hamilton County, they will square off against Jefferson County at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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