Lakewood Park Christian won the last time they faced Lakeland and Ava McGrade did her part to make sure it happened again. The Lakewood Park Christian Panthers blew past the Lakeland Lakers 58-29 on Thursday thanks in part to McGrade, who went 12 for 23 en route to 35 points plus five steals. What's more, she also racked up seven threes, the most she's had since back in December of 2023.
Luca Bontrager was another key player, posting two points along with six rebounds and five assists. Bontrager is also crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least two every time she's taken the court this season.
Lakewood Park Christian smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 13 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive rebounds in eight consecutive matches dating back to last season.
Cara Schackow and Zoey Bowman certainly did their best on Thursday to avoid the loss. Schackow earned five points, while Bowman almost dropped a double-double on ten points and nine rebounds.
Lakewood Park Christian's record now sits at 3-1. As for Lakeland, they now have a losing record at 1-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lakewood Park Christian will stay at home for another game and welcome Westview at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Lakeland, they will take on Wawasee at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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