Branchville lost against Cross back in January of 2020, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Branchville Yellow Jackets were beaten by the Cross Trojans 60-16. The Yellow Jackets were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 32-12.
Cadence McAlhany
| 02/14/25 vs Cross | 4 |
| 02/07/25 vs Charleston Math & Science | 6 |
| 02/04/25 vs Baptist Hill | 3 |
| 01/31/25 vs Lowcountry Leadership | 6 |
| 01/21/25 vs St. John's | 4 |
| + 3 more games |
Despite the defeat, Branchville saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Cadence McAlhany posted six points and four steals. McAlhany is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in each of the last eight games she's played.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Cross to victory, but perhaps none more so than Lauren Middleton, who earned 19 points along with seven assists and seven steals. That's the most assists Middleton has posted since back in December of 2023. The team also got some help courtesy of Madison Harris, who had 16 points and five steals.
Branchville's loss dropped their record down to 1-14. As for Cross, their victory ended a seven-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-12.
Branchville does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Cross, they will square off against Latta at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Latta's defense has only allowed 27.7 points per game this season, so Cross' offense will have their work cut out for them.
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