Southmont hadn't done well against Lebanon recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Southmont Mounties came out on top against the Lebanon Tigers by a score of 45-38. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Mounties also won the last time the pair played back in January of 2024.
Southmont was led to victory by Layla Gomez and Ella Barry. Gomez went 5 for 12 on her way to 17 points in addition to eight rebounds and three steals, while Barry went 6 of 15 en route to 15 points and five boards. Gomez continues to improve, besting her previous point total in each of the last three games she's played.
When it comes to explaining why Lebanon lost, don't look at Claire Boling. Despite the final result, she posted seven points along with nine boards and four steals. Jade Mount was another key player, putting up six points.
Mounties
| 01/31/25 @ Lebanon | 45-38 |
| 01/25/25 @ Crawfordsville | 57-27 |
| 01/09/25 @ North Montgomery | 34-27 |
Southmont's victory was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 10-11. As for Lebanon, they have also been struggling recently as they've lost eight of their last ten matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 9-13 record this season.
Both are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. Southmont will face off against North Putnam on Tuesday. As for Lebanon, they will take on Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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