The Apex Cougars have not done well against the Holly Springs Golden Hawks recently (they were 0-9 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. Apex had just enough and edged Holly Springs out 53-51. The win made it back-to-back wins for Apex.
It was another big night for Destiny Richardson, who scored 26 points along with seven rebounds and four steals. As a matter of fact, that's the most points she has scored all season. The team also got some help courtesy of JaNiyah Mangum, who scored five points along with 11 rebounds and three steals.
When it comes to explaining why Holly Springs lost, one person who can't be blamed is Kalaesia Lincoln. Despite the final result, she scored 25 points along with seven rebounds. Amy Lissow was another key contributor, scoring 11 points along with seven rebounds.
Apex's victory ended a five-game drought at home and bumped them up to 11-12. As for Holly Springs, their defeat was their 13th straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 4-20.
Apex didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next matchup, a 57-46 defeat vs. Cary on the 20th. Holly Springs has also already played their next game, a 73-42 loss against Panther Creek on the 20th.
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