Pickens Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They came up short against the Vina Red Devils, falling 46-25. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Red Devils this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 34-20 back in November.
Vina's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Layla Hester, who posted 14 points in addition to five assists and four steals. Hester is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in each of the last 38 games she's played dating back to last season. Braxtyn Quinn was another key player, putting up five points along with ten steals and six boards.
Pickens Academy's loss dropped their record down to 1-4. As for Vina, their win ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 7-7.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Pickens Academy will take on Aliceville in a holiday battle at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Vina, they will venture away from home to take on Hackleburg at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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