Bell lost against Lafayette back in December of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Bell Bulldogs lost 41-17 to the Lafayette Hornets.
When it comes to explaining why Bell lost, don't look at Dacy Graham. Despite the final result, she posted four points in addition to eight boards and four steals. Graham has been hot, having posted eight or more rebounds the last eight times she's played.
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Even though they lost, Bell smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive boards in 16 consecutive contests.
Lafayette found their leader in sophomore Sophia Kendrick, who dropped a double-double on ten points and 17 boards. Those 17 rebounds gave Kendrick a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Kelby Lyons, who scored seven points along with five boards and four steals.
Bell's loss dropped their record down to 7-10. As for Lafayette, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 10-5.
Bell will take on Union County at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Union County will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Bell surely won't give up without a fight. As for Lafayette, they will face off against Oak Hall at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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