Charlotte Teams Steal the Spotlight in Holiday Basketball Tournaments

News Summary

The Charlotte area is buzzing with excitement as local high school basketball teams showcase their skills in holiday tournaments. Key matchups include Victory Christian against Queen’s Grant in the Phenom Hoops’ New Year’s Bash finals, while Ardrey Kell takes on The Rock in the boys’ final. Gaston County teams Stuart Cramer and Hunter Huss will compete in an exciting girls’ showdown. Despite Lake Norman’s setback, Mooresville shines with a strong performance. The spirit of competition continues as teams prepare for the thrilling championship games ahead.

Charlotte Teams Steal the Spotlight in Exciting Holiday Basketball Tournaments

As the holiday season unfolds, the Charlotte area is buzzing with excitement as local high school basketball teams showcase impressive skills on the court. The tournaments held over the holiday break have led to some qualification for championship games, with a promising lineup of matchups scheduled for Monday.

Victory Christian and Queen’s Grant Gear Up for a Showdown

At Marvin Ridge High School, Victory Christian is set to face off against Queen’s Grant Charter in the finals of the Phenom Hoops’ New Year’s Bash. Victory Christian secured their spot after a solid win over Hickory Ridge, triumphing with an impressive score of 82-62. The standout performances came from Justyn Whitfield, who racked up 24 points, while Carlos Marshall and Landon Johnson contributed with 14 and 12 points respectively.

Meanwhile, Queen’s Grant Charter advanced to the championship after demonstrating their prowess by defeating Hunter Huss with a score of 66-47. Chase Smith took charge of the game, scoring 24 points and grabbing 14 rebounds. This matchup promises to be a thrilling contest between two powerhouse teams!

Ardrey Kell Takes On The Rock in Boys’ Final

Over at Ardrey Kell, the boys’ team put on a commendable performance against their rivals, Providence, winning 60-52 to move on to the finals of their holiday event. The Knights were fueled by Brett Freeman with 15 points, complemented by Braden Suggs and Matthew Craft, who chipped in 12 and 11 points respectively. Ardrey Kell is poised to go head-to-head with The Rock from Florida, who emerged victorious against Cuthbertson in the semifinals.

Girls’ Showdown with Gaston County Teams

On the girls’ side, Gaston County teams are setting the stage for an exciting final, with Stuart Cramer and Hunter Huss battling it out. Cramer convincingly defeated Hough with a score of 70-48, while Hunter Huss overcame Ardrey Kell 61-40, making for an exciting matchup that fans won’t want to miss.

Lake Norman Faces Setback, Mooresville Shines

In a bit of a surprising twist, Lake Norman, the top-ranked boys’ team according to The Observer, faced their first loss of the season, falling short against Milton from Georgia with a score of 87-67 during The Classic quarterfinals. However, in the North Iredell holiday event, Mooresville displayed remarkable teamwork by defeating Rocky River with a final score of 87-76. Nolan Ericson and Dylan Clark each led the charge with 16 points, supported by Christian Wilson’s 13 points and Eian Bailey’s 11 points.

East Lincoln and Mountaineer Classic Thrilling Finals

The East Lincoln Winter Jam had its own excitement as Hough edged out Mallard Creek with a close 42-37 finish, earning a place in the championship game. Meanwhile, East Lincoln’s girls are gearing up for a showdown with West Cabarrus, who won against Christ The King with a nail-biting score of 39-37.

At the Mountaineer Classic, Ashbrook made a mark by defeating Palisades with a comfortable score of 68-45 and will face off against Gaston Day in the finals after they outlasted Kings Mountain, winning 66-59.

Victories at the Red Raider Winter Rumble

In the thrilling Red Raider Winter Rumble, South Point’s boys and girls teams celebrated victory, with the boys narrowly defeating Metrolina Christian 41-38 and the girls capturing a commanding win over Catawba Ridge, dominating with a score of 51-26.

North Lincoln Claims Double Championships

North Lincoln caught the spotlight with impressive performances, as both their boys and girls teams swept the championships at the North Iredell holiday event. The boys triumphed over Bandys with a score of 78-70, while the girls captured their championship with a 68-52 victory, showcasing their stronghold in local basketball.

Looking Ahead

As we look forward to the closing moments of holiday basketball tournaments, excitement continues to build. Numerous teams will be competing in final championship games across various locations on Monday, and fans are eager to see which teams will emerge victorious. The thrill of competition and the spirit of the game embody the heart of the Charlotte basketball scene this holiday season!