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The Defiant Spirit of the Chautauqua Christian Academy: Their Stellar Run in the National Christian School Basketball Tournament

The Chautauqua Christian Academy Defenders had a standout performance in the National Christian School basketball tournament, finishing third in Division 5 after a loss to the eventual champions in the quarterfinals. In the consolation game, the Defenders showcased their resilience by mounting a comeback from a five-point deficit in the final minute of regulation.

Sawyer Lynn made a clutch go-ahead 3-pointer in the final minute of overtime, leading Faith Christian of West Virginia to a 67-60 victory. Lynn’s 19 points, including three 3-pointers, played a key role in the victory. Junior Marcus Ryan stood out with an impressive 34-point performance, while Hunter Edwards contributed 10 rebounds and Kayden Peterson excelled on defense throughout the season. Both Ryan and Lynn earned spots on the All-Tournament team for their standout performances.

The Defenders displayed determination and skill throughout their tournament run, culminating in a memorable victory in the consolation game.

Samantha Nguyen

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