Cherryville was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They were beaten by the Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy Gryphons 55-7. The Ironmen were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 31-1.
Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Samara Jones, who posted 12 points and five steals. Jones has been hot for a while, having posted three or more steals the last nine times she's played. Jazzelle Martinez was another key player, putting up 11 points and six steals.
Cherryville's loss dropped their record down to 9-15. As for Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy, the win was the ninth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 17-6.
Coincidentally, Cherryville and Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy will both be playing Bessemer City the next time they take the court. Cherryville will head out to face Bessemer City at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, while Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy will host them at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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