No.3 Shining Light Academy at No.1 Greater Vision Academy | NCCSA JV Elite 8 Cross-District Showdown

Описание: Greater Vision Academy (#1 seed in District 4, #2 overall in the East) hosted Shining Light Academy (#3 seed in District 3) for an Elite 8-style cross-district playoff on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at Celebrate Church of the Nazarene — Burlington, NC. The game pitted GVA’s rising talent against SLA’s experienced players, creating a clash of energy and composure right from the tip.

GVA’s roster featured three 7th graders, four 8th graders, and three 9th graders, while SLA’s squad included six sophomores, six freshmen, and one 8th grader. From the opening minutes, GVA’s fast pace and precise execution allowed them to pull away early, setting the tone for the rest of the game.

Eli Poteat (7th) led the scoring with 19 points, while Asher Love (7th) orchestrated the offense with a school-record 12 assists and added 6 points. Krastyn Allred (9th) contributed 9 points and 10 rebounds, and Xavier Cousin (7th) added 8 points, 2 steals, and a block. On the road, SLA’s Matthew Emory (9th) had 9 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 blocks, Maddox Smith (10th) scored 7 points with 5 rebounds, and Bryson Roberts (10th) added 6 points.

GVA’s strong start and consistent play made the outcome clear early, providing a look at how a youth-heavy team competes under playoff pressure while maintaining control on both ends of the floor.

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Top Performers

Greater Vision Academy
Eli Poteat (7th) – 19P, 3R, 2A, 3S
Asher Love (7th) – 6P, 12A (school record), 4R, 1S, 1B
Krastyn Allred (9th) – 9P, 10R, 2A, 3S

Shining Light Academy
Matthew Emory (9th) – 9P, 6R, 2B
Maddox Smith (10th) – 7P, 5R, 1B
Bryson Roberts (10th) – 6P

Location: Celebrate Church of the Nazarene — Burlington, NC
Event: NCCSA Junior Varsity State Playoffs – Cross-District / Second Round
Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026

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