Basketball Recap: Lake Lure Classical Academy Raptors vs. Chase Trojans
Lake Lure Classical Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They came up short against the Chase Trojans, falling 42-17. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Raptors of the 27-20 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture two weeks ago.
Despite the defeat, Lake Lure Classical Academy saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Landry Mize posted 11 points plus four steals and two blocks. That was a full 64.7% of Lake Lure Classical Academy's points, marking the fourth time in a row she's posted more than a third of the team's points. Another player making a difference was Katie Law, who scored no points along with 16 rebounds and two steals.
Even though they lost, Lake Lure Classical Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 17 offensive rebounds. That's the most offensive rebounds they've managed all season.
Lake Lure Classical Academy's loss dropped their record down to 1-8. As for Chase, their victory ended an 11-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-4.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lake Lure Classical Academy won't have much time to rest: their next match is against Haywood Christian Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Chase, they will also get right back to it: they'll take on East Henderson at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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