Cavaliers survive fourth quarter struggles
Mercer Christian (50) Vs. Jefferson Christian (47)
Dec 17, 2012
Mercer Christian 50, Jefferson Christian 47
PRINCETON — Mercer Christian Academy increased a 25-19 halftime lead by scoring 23 points in the third quarter Monday, then held on in the fourth to defeat their visitors.
Caleb Janning had three three-point goals on his way to 17 points for the Cavaliers, now 6-1 on the season. Jonathan Easter contributed 12 points.
Jefferson Christian got 12 points from Austin Testerman and 11 each from Justin Weaver and Lucas Reed.
Mercer Christian travels to Montcalm this evening for a 7:30 game.
At Mercer Christian
JEFFERSON CHRISTIAN
Austin Testerman 12, Andrew Caldwell 6, Adam Otey 7, Justin Weaver 11, Lucas Reed 11.
MERCER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (6-1)
Josiah Janning 5, Jonathan Easter 12, Caleb Janning 17, Kenny Shrewsberry 2, Samuel Stephens 6, Kody Plott 2, Jacob Dove 2.
Jefferson Christian.....13 6 11 17 — 47
Mercer Christian........14 11 23 2 — 50
Three-point goals — JC 1 (Testerman); MCA 4 (Caleb Janning 3, Easter 1).