Franklin County managed to keep up with Daniel until halftime on Wednesday, but things quickly went downhill from there. The Franklin County Lions came up short against the Daniel Lions, falling 66-41. While losing is never fun, Franklin County can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' basketball rankings in their respective home states (they are ranked 179th in Georgia, while Daniel is ranked 29th in South Carolina).
Leading Daniel to victory were Lila Mann and Shala Williams. Mann went 5 for 12 on her way to 12 points in addition to seven boards and three blocks, while Williams almost dropped a double-double on 11 points and nine boards. What's more, Mann also racked up four assists, the most she's had since back in January. Another player making a difference was Janiyah Wilson, who posted 12 points.
Franklin County's defeat dropped their record down to 4-4. As for Daniel, their win was their 11th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 6-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Franklin County will head out to square off against Cherokee Bluff at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Daniel, they will face off against Walhalla at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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