Preview: Cross Trojans vs. Lowcountry Leadership NaviGators
The Cross Trojans will be playing at home against the Lowcountry Leadership NaviGators at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Cross unfortunately witnessed the end of their four-game winning streak on Monday. They were beaten by Military Magnet Academy 93-37. Cross has struggled against Military Magnet Academy recently, as their matchup on Monday was their ninth consecutive lost matchup.
The losing side was boosted by Lauren Middleton, who scored 21 points. She continues to roll, besting her previous point total in each of the last three games she's played.
Cross struggled to work together and finished the game with only four assists. They were crushed by their opponents in that department as Military Magnet Academy racked up 17 assists.
Meanwhile, this season hasn't been kind to Lowcountry Leadership, who are still winless after their 12th contest. They were outmatched by Baptist Hill at home and fell 67-22. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss Lowcountry Leadership has suffered since November 28, 2023.
Cross' defeat ended a nine-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 11-3. As for Lowcountry Leadership, their defeat was their fifth straight at home, which dropped their record down to 0-12.
Everything came up roses for Cross against Lowcountry Leadership in their previous meeting on January 3rd as the team secured a 57-13 victory. With Cross ahead 28-5 at the half, the contest was all but over already.
