Lakewood and Lake Highland Prep squared off in some playoff action on Thursday, but Lakewood had to settle for second. They fell just short of the Lake Highland Prep Highlanders by a score of 48-45. The Spartans have been going strong on the season, but this is now their second defeat in a row.
Alahni Lovett
| 02/13/25 @ Lake Highland Prep | 19 |
| 02/06/25 @ Tampa Catholic | 16 |
| 02/04/25 vs Berkeley Prep | 19 |
| 01/31/25 @ Clearwater | 36 |
Lakewood's loss shouldn't obscure the performances of Sumayah McIntosh, who posted ten points along with eight boards and six steals, and Alahni Lovett, who scored 19 points and five rebounds. The matchup was Lovett's fourth in a row with at least 16 points. CaMari Hopkins was another key player, putting up four points and five rebounds.
Lake Highland Prep's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Eryn Griffin led the charge by posting 17 points and five boards. Ari Woodard also deserves some recognition as she posted her first block of the season.
Lakewood's defeat dropped their record down to 17-9. As for Lake Highland Prep, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six games, which provided a massive bump to their 14-12 record this season.
Lakewood does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Lake Highland Prep, they will challenge Cardinal Mooney at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Cardinal Mooney will roll in looking for their 14th straight win, something Lake Highland Prep surely won't give up without a fight.
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