Texarkana, Ark. – The Legacy Academy Warriors delivered a decisive conference win on Tuesday night, beating Trinity Christian 48-13 at the local high school gym. The Warriors built an early lead, taking a 14-6 advantage after the first quarter and never looking back.
Second‑quarter surge puts game out of reach
Legacy exploded in the second period, outscoring Trinity 19-1 to push the halftime score to 33-7. The Warriors’ relentless defense forced 21 steals and 28 turnovers, while Trinity managed just six of 26 field‑goal attempts and missed all three of their three‑point tries.
Senior leaders drive the win
Senior forward Jude Gallagher was the engine on both ends of the floor. He poured in a team‑high 17 points, shot 6‑for‑8 from the free‑throw line, grabbed nine rebounds and recorded six steals. When Gallagher was on the court, Legacy held a +31 scoring margin.
Teammate Manolo Vazquez added 12 points, including two three‑pointers, along with eight rebounds, a team‑high four assists and four steals. Guard Jed Schroer contributed four points and matched Gallagher’s four steals.
Dominating the boards
The Warriors outrebounded Trinity 39‑15, pulling down 24 offensive rebounds that created second‑chance opportunities throughout the game. Senior Chris Real collected six rebounds, five on the offensive end, while Roberto Reyna added six boards of his own.
Depth and teamwork
Eleven Warriors saw playing time, and ten of them scored, underscoring the depth of the roster. The victory moved Legacy Academy to a 6‑3 overall record and solidified its position in the conference.
Junior teams also excel
Legacy’s junior boys edged Trinity 27‑22, with Luke Kesterson leading the effort with 12 points and Noah Martin adding 11. The win evened the junior boys at 2‑2 overall and kept them unbeaten in conference play (2‑0).
The junior Lady Warriors continued their perfect start, beating Trinity 30‑16. Zury Real and Willow Schroer each tallied eight points, while Cora Bartek added six. KK Bartek and Kaylee Jones contributed four points each, preserving the junior girls’ 4‑0 record.
Looking ahead
Coach Mike Thompson praised the team’s effort and defensive intensity, noting that the Warriors’ ability to force turnovers and dominate the glass will be crucial as the season progresses. The next conference matchup pits Legacy against a top‑ranked rival, a game that could further define the Warriors’ postseason aspirations.
Fans are encouraged to attend upcoming games and support the Academy’s athletic programs, which continue to showcase the talent and character of Texarkana’s youth.
Original reporting: Texarkana Gazette — read the source article.
