Grace Christian was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their eighth straight defeat dating back to last season. They fell 73-66 to the Sumter Christian Bears. The Lions lost against the Bears in their previous head to head back in December of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 62-28 score last time.
Sumter Christian found their leader in sophomore Caden Atkinson, who had 35 points. Another player making a difference was LarryWayne Rogers, who scored 18 points.
Grace Christian's loss dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Sumter Christian, their win bumped their record up to 2-0.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Grace Christian's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on South Aiken Baptist Christian on Friday. As for Sumter Christian, they won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against Orangeburg Christian Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Friday.
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