In a challenging conference basketball game held on January 23, 2025, at the Gaulke Activity Center, the Southwestern Christian University Eagles faced a tough loss against the Mid-America Christian Evangels, with a final score of 65-84.

The Eagles, sporting their home colors and buoyed by a supportive crowd, entered half-time trailing by 20 points with a score of 26-46. Despite their best efforts, the gap widened by the final buzzer, resulting in an 84-65 victory for the Evangels. Chrissen Harland stood out as the top scorer for the Eagles with 18 points, supported by noteworthy contributions from teammates like Kennedy Allison, who secured 15 points and led with 6 rebounds and 3 blocks.

Despite the loss, the game featured resilient performances from the Eagles, with Chrissen Harland showcasing her skills with 18 points, 2 rebounds, and 3 assists. Kennedy Allison also made significant plays, adding 15 points and a team-high 6 rebounds to the scoreboard. Brooke Roberson and Delaney Reimer contributed to the team's effort with multiple points and rebounds.

The SCU Eagles now turn their attention to their next opponent, the College of the Ozarks, in a game scheduled for January 30, 2025, in Oklahoma City. With a current season record of 7 wins and 13 losses, the Eagles hope to leverage the learnings from this game to better their tactics and performance in upcoming contests.