Lee Academy and Cross squared off in some playoff action on Thursday, but Lee Academy had to settle for second. They came up short against the Cross Stingrays, falling 63-39. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Cavaliers have suffered since January 5, 2024.

Mazie Tomlinson
02/20/25 vs Cross | 23 |
02/17/25 vs Our Lady of the Rosary | 16 |
02/11/25 vs Conway Christian | 22 |
02/07/25 vs King's Academy | 16 |
01/31/25 @ King's Academy | 14 |
+ 10 more games |
Despite the defeat, Lee Academy had strong showings from Mazie Tomlinson, who posted eight points along with 23 rebounds and five steals, and Jameson Collins, who dropped a double-double with 14 points and ten boards. Tomlinson is crushing it when it comes to boards: she's pulled down at least nine every time she's taken the court this season.
Even though they lost, Lee Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 25 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive rebounds every time they've taken the court this season.
Ryan Mayers was her usual excellent self, almost dropping a triple-double with 16 points, nine rebounds, and 11 steals for Cross. The dominant performance gave Mayers a new career-high in steals. Sydney Hollings was another key player, putting up 15 points and six steals.
Lee Academy's loss dropped their record down to 12-5. As for Cross, the win (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 18-10.
Lee Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Cross, they have already played their next game, a 45-29 victory against Laurens Academy on the 22nd.
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