Elite 8: Village Christian vs Gaston Christian
<p><i>Village Christian did not waste any time getting going as they jumped out to an early lead and never looked back. With the win Village advances to the State Semifinals which will be a matchup with Cape Fear Academy</i>.</p>
<p><b>Village Christian Senior Guard <a href="https://prephoops.com/player/justin-thomas/">Justin Thomas</a></b>: He’s still unsigned at this point but D1 programs should definitely give him a call. He got it going early on and never slowed down, going for a game high of 29 Points.</p>
<p><b>Gaston Christian Senior Guard Conner Gillis</b>: He’s crafty with the ball, and finds ways to get into the gaps of the offense and make plays. We love how hard he competed throughout the night, regardless of the score.</p>
<p><b>Village Christian Senior Guard Zavian Mclean</b>: He brings the energy and enthusiasm every single night for his team when he steps on the floor. However there is plenty of skill and substance to go along with his motor which we saw clearly as he finished with 23 Points on the night.</p>
<p><b>Gaston Christian Senior Marley Gordon</b>: Easily was the best player on his team, he has a nice overall skillset at a pretty high rate. Plays strong solid defense and doesn’t back down from challenges.</p>
<p><b>Village Christian Sophomore Zy Mclean</b>: Although hes been battling an injury throughout the year, he’s provided a nice amount of valuable minuets. Making plays for others as well as knocking down some shots.</p>
<p><b>Gaston Christian Senior Cody Chapman</b>: A legit big body that works in the paint. Early on he found some success finishing inside the paint, as well as rebounding the ball.</p>
<p><b>Village Christian Sophomore Guard <a href="https://prephoops.com/player/jalen-higgins/">Jalen Higgins</a></b>: He understands his role on the team and does his best to play it to the fullest. Knocking down three point shots when needed as well as grabbing an occasional rebound.</p>
<p><b>Gaston Christian Senior Guard Blake Lanier</b>: His role on the team is pretty clear, he’s a shooter that is especially effective in catch and shoot situations. Early on he knocked down some shots to get his team going offensively.</p>
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