First Half Analysis
Spurgeon bursts out of the gates, opening with a relentless offensive pace and tight, opportunistic defense. Jack Chamberlin and Joseph Allen led the early charge—combining for quick buckets in transition and steady jumpers in the half-court, putting the away team on their heels. By the 16-minute mark, the Knights already built a comfortable lead, thanks in part to unselfish ball movement and second-chance points from timely rebounds.
Faith Baptist Bible showed some life around the midpoint, with Mason Gorsh capitalizing at the free-throw line and Logan Fincham draining a three to narrow the gap. But every time the Eagles squad threatened with a run, Spurgeon answered, almost always fueled by stops and steals on defense. Their ability to convert turnovers into fastbreak layups—especially through DJ Middleton and Raven Ortiz—kept the margin out of reach.
Substitution patterns remained brisk, with both coaches looking for energy and matchups. The Knights frontcourt did a strong job limiting second-chance points while also swatting multiple shots in the paint, highlighted by Joseph Allen's rim protection and rebounds.
As the half closed, Spurgeon's balanced scoring and efficient half-court execution preserved a double-digit advantage. Heading into the intermission, the Eagles faced the challenge of slowing the pace and finding better looks if they hope to stage a comeback.
 
Final Moments & Game Summary
As the final minutes of the second half ticked down, both teams ramped up the intensity, trading baskets and fouls in a frantic effort to gain momentum. Spurgeon continued to press their advantage, with timely scoring runs and disciplined defense keeping Faith Baptist Bible at bay. Key plays included clutch three-pointers by Quensy Ferguson and Gorsh, while Ortiz and Allen consistently finished at the rim, further widening the gap.
Despite late pushes from the Eagles with instant offense from Kirkman including steals from Cade Cooper and Jackson Lockard briefly energized the Eagles and created quick scoring opportunities, but the Spurgeon responded with solid free throw shooting and smart clock management down the stretch, including a devastating breakaway Dunk by DJ Middleton.
Ultimately, the Knights closed out the game with a double-digit victory, showcasing balanced contributions across the roster and locking in defensively when it mattered most. The final sequence—highlighted by Ortiz calmly nailing free throws and Tyler Hicks adding one of his own—sealed the outcome, capping off a spirited contest.
The Knights were led by Joseph Allen with 28 points, 16 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 blocks.  Four other players finished in double digits.  Raven Ortiz, 17; DJ Middleton & Jack Chamberlain, 16; Keenan Joseph, 12. Both Chamberlain and Allen finished with Double-Doubles. As a team, Spurgeon converted on 25-points of turnovers along with 19-second chance points on 19-offensive rebounds.  A true Team Victory