The New Year rings in with a fresh look at the NCISAA Power Rankings. Here’s a look at the Week 7 Edition with some teams ready to make moves this week with some important clashes.
1. Carmel Christian School (13-1)
The Carmel Christian Cougars continue their winning ways with two wins since the last edition of rankings dropped before the New Year. Ben BurnhamBenBurnham6'6" | SFCarmel Christian | 2021StateNC, Justin TaylorJustinTaylor6'3" | CGCarmel Christian | 2021StateNC, Glenn Bynum Jr
GlennBynum Jr6'3" | CGNorthside Christian | 2021StateNC. and Cade TysonCadeTyson6'5" | SGCarmel Christian | 2022StateNC continue to show their consistency on the hardwood. Burnham put up 29 points and 14 rebounds against Bull City Prep in a 83-61 victory. Taylor had 20 points, six assists, six rebounds and three steals.Tyson had 20 points and Bynum had 12 points, four rebounds, three steals and two assists. They look prime for a big run in 2020-21. This week, they’ll face Charlotte Christian (#5 in the NCISAA Rankings) on Thursday then Forsyth Country Day on Saturday. They’ve got a strong path to the NCISAA 4A State crown barring a major setback.
2. Victory Christian Center (13-2)
Victory Christian Center went 3-1 over the holiday season and continues to be a mainstay in the NCISAA rankings. They’re set to
The New Year rings in with a fresh look at the NCISAA Power Rankings. Here’s a look at the Week 7 Edition with some teams ready to make moves this week with some important clashes.
1. Carmel Christian School (13-1)
The Carmel Christian Cougars continue their winning ways with two wins since the last edition of rankings dropped before the New Year.
Ben BurnhamBenBurnham6'6" | SFCarmel Christian | 2021StateNC,
Justin TaylorJustinTaylor6'3" | CGCarmel Christian | 2021StateNC,
Glenn Bynum JrGlennBynum Jr6'3" | CGNorthside Christian | 2021StateNC. and
Cade TysonCadeTyson6'5" | SGCarmel Christian | 2022StateNC continue to show their consistency on the hardwood. Burnham put up 29 points and 14 rebounds against Bull City Prep in a 83-61 victory. Taylor had 20 points, six assists, six rebounds and three steals.Tyson had 20 points and Bynum had 12 points, four rebounds, three steals and two assists. They look prime for a big run in 2020-21. This week, they’ll face Charlotte Christian (#5 in the NCISAA Rankings) on Thursday then Forsyth Country Day on Saturday. They’ve got a strong path to the NCISAA 4A State crown barring a major setback.
2. Victory Christian Center (13-2)
Victory Christian Center went 3-1 over the holiday season and continues to be a mainstay in the NCISAA rankings. They’re set to make some noise in conference action at the 1A level. They’ve got a number of prospects to keep an eye on in
Lewis DuarteLewisDuarte6'6" | CGVictory Christian Center | 2022NC,
Randi OvalleRandiOvalle6'8" | SFVictory Christian Center | 2022NC,
Tajuan SimpkinsTajuanSimpkins6'3" | CGVictory Christian Center | 2022NC,
Takai SimpkinsTakaiSimpkins6'3" | CGVictory Christian Center | 2022NC and
Demar AndersonDemarAnderson6'3" | CGVictory Christian Center | 2021StateNC among others. They’ll face Charlotte Latin tonight at 7pm then travel to Mount Zion Christian Academy on Friday night. From top to bottom, they’re looking like the team to beat when the NCISAA State Tournament arrives in February.
3. Cannon School (14-4)
The Cannon School went 2-1 at the Beach Ball Classic which was a good measuring stick for them entering the bulk of conference play in North Carolina.
DJ NixDJNix6'6" | SFCannon | 2022StateNC and
Jarvis MossJarvisMoss6'4" | SGCannon School | 2021StateNC are coexisting well in the backcourt and
Karon BoydKaronBoyd6'6" | PFCannon School | 2022StateNC is finding his stride in the frontcourt. As they look to find another option to step up for
Elijah OrmistonElijahOrmiston6'7" | PFCannon School | 2021StateNC (injury), look for
Austin SwartzAustinSwartz5'11" | PGCannon School | 2024NC and
Jaylen ClaggettJaylenClaggett6'2" | CGCannon School | 2024NC to step in and play bigger roles. They’ll have some time to prepare with their next game on Jan. 12 against Providence Day School.
4. Greensboro Day School (10-4)
Greensboro Day School went 2-2 at the Beach Ball Classic which should help them grow as a team and a defensive unit. Their final two losses came by a combined two points, showing their resolve as competitors.
Jaydon YoungJaydonYoung6'3" | CGGreensboro Day | 2023StateNC is prime for a big season at the NCISAA level as the Bengals look to knock off Cannon School for the 4A crown.
Nikolas GravesNikolasGraves6'3" | PGGreensboro Day | 2022StateNC,
Julius Reese JrJuliusReese Jr6'3" | CGGreensboro Day | 2023StateNC.,
Jackson NobleJacksonNoble6'7" | PFGreensboro Day | 2023NC, CJ Collins,
Michael ZanoniMichaelZanoni6'5" | SGGreensboro Day | 2022StateNC and
Tyler LundbladeTylerLundblade6'5" | SGGreensboro Day | 2021StateNC are a strong cast of names that can make things happen this season. They’ve got three games this week with Forsyth Country Day on Tuesday, Wesleyan Christian Academy on Thursday and Charlotte Christian on Saturday.
5. Charlotte Christian Knights (6-0)
The Charlotte Christian Knights have been idle since the holiday season began and already have one win under their belt. They’ll return to action this Thursday when they face Carmel Christian (#1 in the Power Rankings) then they’ll travel to Greensboro Day School (#4 in the Power Rankings) on Saturday. It will be interesting to see how
Bryce CashBryceCash6'5" | SFCharlotte Christian | 2023StateNC and company fare when next week’s rankings drop.
6. The Burlington School (11-2)
The Burlington School has won four games in a row heading into conference play on the back end of the NCISAA schedule. They rang in the New Year with a 79-59 victory over Shining Light Academy led by a balanced attack.
Zion WalkerZionWalker6'2" | CGThe Burlington School | 2024NC led the way with 15 points,
Jakel PowellJakelPowell6'5" | SFThe Burlington School | 2023StateNC finished with 14 points,
Ryan RobertsRyanRoberts6'4" | SGThe Burlington School | 2022StateNC posted 12 points,
Kuluel MadingKuluelMading6'10" | CThe Burlington School | 2021StateNC had 12 points and seven blocks and
Kobe GeorgeKobeGeorge6'3" | PGThe Burlington School | 2023StateNC had 11 points. They’re due to make a deep run at the 2A level. This week, they’ll also face Winston-Salem Christian and High Point Christian Academy (#7 in the Power Rankings).
7. High Point Christian Academy (9-2)
High Point Christian Academy is another team that hasn’t been in action since the holiday season. They’ll return to action on Friday after not playing since Dec. 21. They’re a veteran-led group by KJ Garrett but sophomore guard Isaiah Sanders is learning to find his way alongside Garrett in the backcourt. Myles Archies and Ethan Smith are two other prospects to keep an eye on on this squad.
8. Lake Norman Christian (8-3)
The Lake Norman Christian Storm are 3-1 since the last rankings dropped, still showing signs of life with
Mikey WilliamsMikeyWilliams6'3" | CGLake Norman Christian | 2023StateNC,
Trey GreenTreyGreen5'10" | PGLake Norman Christian | 2023State#139NationNC and company making noise in the state.
Jonathan KurtasJonathanKurtas6'10" | CLake Norman Christian | 2021StateNC recently made his commitment to SIU-Edwardsville on Dec. 31. They’ll travel to University Christian this week on Thursday before facing a top squad in the power rankings on Jan. 12.
9. United Faith Christian Academy (7-2)
The United Faith Christian Academy Falcons have won three games in a row including a 63-29 victory over Gaston Day on Jan. 2 to start 2021 with a victory.
Xavier McKelvyXavierMcKelvy6'4" | CGUnited Faith Christian | 2022StateNC and
Marcus WillisMarcusWillis6'0" | PGUnited Faith Christian Academy | 2022NC continue to be consistent faces on both ends for the Falcons. Both put up 16 points apiece and combined for five made 3-pointers in their victory over Gaston Day. Don’t be surprised if they make a climb up the ranks very soon. They’ll face Charlotte Country Day School on Tuesday evening then face Covenant Classical on Friday night.
10. Cape Fear Christian Academy (12-6)
The Cape Fear Christian Academy Eagles have six losses but two are against Word of God, one against Cannon School (#3 in the Power Rankings) and another comes against South Carolina power Gray Collegiate. They’re a strong, competitive group led by
Cinque LemonCinqueLemon6'4" | SGCape Fear Christian Academy | 2022StateNC,
Jabare PerryJabarePerry6'8" | PFCape Fear Christian Academy | 2022StateNC,
Amari PearsonAmariPearson6'2" | CGCape Fear Christian Academy | 2022StateNC,
Tristin HarkinsTristinHarkins6'2" | PGCape Fear Christian | 2022StateNC and others. Look for them to make some noise in conference play and at the 1A level. They’ll square off against Northwood Temple on Tuesday night then face Village Christian Academy on Friday evening.
Teams to Watch
Concord Academy (10-4) - They’ve won five games in a row since starting out 5-4 on the year.
Charlotte Latin (7-2) - They’ve quietly won six games in a row after a 1-2 start on the season.
Wayne Country Day (8-1) - The Chargers are off to an 8-1 start and 1-0 in conference action so far.
Trinity Academy Raleigh (2-0) - The Tigers only have two games under their belt but January is where they’ll play a ton more games.
Greenfield School (5-2) - They were in the rankings once already and with conference season on the way, look for them to make some noise.
GlennBynum Jr6'3" | CGNorthside Christian | 2021StateNC. and Cade TysonCadeTyson6'5" | SGCarmel Christian | 2022StateNC continue to show their consistency on the hardwood. Burnham put up 29 points and 14 rebounds against Bull City Prep in a 83-61 victory. Taylor had 20 points, six assists, six rebounds and three steals.Tyson had 20 points and Bynum had 12 points, four rebounds, three steals and two assists. They look prime for a big run in 2020-21. This week, they’ll face Charlotte Christian (#5 in the NCISAA Rankings) on Thursday then Forsyth Country Day on Saturday. They’ve got a strong path to the NCISAA 4A State crown barring a major setback.
