Apex lost against Athens Drive back in November of 2022, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Tuesday. The Apex Cougars lost 46-22 to the Athens Drive Jaguars. The Cougars have struggled against the Jaguars recently, as the game was their fourth consecutive lost matchup.
Despite the loss, Apex had strong showings from Mia Gregg-Kearns, who earned two points along with ten rebounds and three steals, and Ja'Niyah Mangum, who scored six points.
Athens Drive's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Quincie Toran led the charge by earning 12 points along with seven rebounds and seven steals. Another player making a difference was Ria A., who scored eight points plus eight rebounds.
Apex's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Athens Drive, their win ended a four-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-1.
A feisty cat fight will be fought when the Apex Cougars face off against the Millbrook Wildcats at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Athens Drive, they are on the road again on Friday to play Cary at 6:30 p.m.
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