The Parrish Community Bulls posted their biggest victory since December 5, 2023 on Tuesday. Everything went their way against Lakewood Ranch as Parrish Community made off with a 52-30 win. Given Parrish Community's advantage in MaxPreps' Florida basketball rankings (they are ranked 94th, while Lakewood Ranch is ranked 270th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Parrish Community had a senior duo take command as Sarah Decker dropped a double-double on 21 points and 17 rebounds and Mary Portwood scored 16 points along with six rebounds and three steals. Decker is absolutely dominating the rebound category: she's posted at least eight every time she's taken the court this season. Alexis Heuss was another key contributor, scoring four points.
The win makes it two in a row for Parrish Community and bumps their season record up to 12-5. As for Lakewood Ranch, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 5-8.
Parrish Community won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against Palmetto at 7:30 p.m. on January 17th. Palmetto is coming into the game on a three-game losing streak. As for Lakewood Ranch, they will be playing at home against Bradenton Christian at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
