Dynamic duo of KeAsia Henderson and Kerri Fluellen lead Josey to victory

By Team Reports Mar 3, 2024, 8:24am

Recap: Josey Eagles vs. Central Chargers

The Josey Eagles extended their postseason success on Saturday against the Central Chargers. They walked away with a 45-38 victory over the Chargers. Given Josey's advantage in MaxPreps' Georgia basketball rankings (they are ranked 19th, while Central is ranked 87th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.

Josey was led to victory by KeAsia Henderson and Kerri Fluellen. Henderson scored 18 points along with eight assists and two steals, while Fluellen scored 16 points along with six rebounds and six steals. Fluellen is crushing the steal category: she's posted at least three every time she's taken the court this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Shaniya Sanders, who scored six points along with 11 rebounds and two steals.

Josey has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 19 of their last 20 matches, which provided a nice bump to their 28-3 record this season. As for Central, their loss ended an eight-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 26-5.

Josey will be staying on the road on Thursday to face off against Mount Paran Christian at 1:00 p.m. on March 7th. Mount Paran Christian will roll in looking for their 14th straight win, something Josey surely won't give up without a fight. Central does not have any more games scheduled as of now.

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