Christian County could not maintain a fast start and lost to First Love Christian of Washington, Paz Thursday 68-57 in the first game of the Pop’s Chevy Classic at Floyd Central High School.
The Colonels led 22-12 in the first half but couldn’t maintain as the Pennsylvania school gradually pulled away after halftime.
Stephon Bussell led Christian County (3-5) with 17 points, and Olajuwon White added 10 points.
Sophomore D.J. Gordon, who took a visit to Duquesne last week, led First Love Christian with 16 points and nine rebounds.
Christian County will continue play in the event Friday when they play host Floyd Central.