Christendom Drops Two Battles at Opening Tournament

Christendom Drops Two Battles at Opening Tournament
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November 8, 2025
 
Penn State Mont Alto 47, Christendom 31
 
Mont Alto, Pa.- Christendom opened its 2025–26 season with a 47–31 loss to Penn State Mont Alto in a defensive battle.
 
The Crusaders shot just 23.3% from the field and 26.7% from three, struggling to find rhythm offensively despite strong effort on the boards, where they out-rebounded Mont Alto 40–34.
Edmund Thomas led Christendom with 10 points and 10 rebounds, earning a double-double. Michael Vander Woude added 7 points and 11 rebounds, while Bobby Vander Woude contributed 6 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 steals in a full 40-minute effort.
 
Christendom's 26 turnovers proved costly, allowing Mont Alto to control the tempo and pull away in the second half.
 
Game Summary: Penn State Dubois 81, Christendom 71
 
Mont Alto, Pa.- Christendom men's basketball fell 81–71 to Penn State Dubois in the second game of their opening weekend tournament, despite a much-improved offensive showing.
 
The Crusaders shot 42.2% from the field and 36.4% from three, led by Bobby Vander Woude's double-double of 17 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists. Luke Ross provided a strong spark off the bench with 15 points and 8 rebounds, while Edmund Thomas added 13 points and 9 boards.
 
Joe Curran scored 11 points with 4 rebounds and a steal, and Michael Vander Woude pulled down 10 rebounds to go with 6 assists. Christendom held a 48–34 advantage on the glass, but 21 turnovers proved costly as Dubois capitalized to build and maintain their lead.
 
Up Next: The Crusaders (0–2) will look to bounce back on Tuesday, November 11, when they travel to face Roanoke College.