North Marion and Atlantic squared off in some playoff action on Monday, but North Marion had to settle for second. They lost 67-46 to the Atlantic Sharks. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Colts have suffered since December 29, 2024.
Jerdarrius Jackson
| 02/17/25 vs Atlantic | 6 |
| 02/12/25 vs Rockledge | 4 |
| 02/07/25 vs Santa Fe | 2 |
North Marion's loss came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jerdarrius Jackson, who posted 18 points and six steals. Jackson is on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed two or more in each of the last three games he's played. Another player making a difference was Coy Sizemore, who went 6-for-13 to rack up 17 points.
Atlantic got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Emmanuel Martin out in front who dropped a double-double with ten points and 13 rebounds. That's the most boards Martin has posted since back in December of 2024. Mekhi Yan was another key player, going 5-for-10 en route to 15 points and five rebounds.
North Marion's defeat dropped their record down to 18-9. As for Atlantic, they are on a roll lately: they've won 15 of their last 19 matches, which provided a nice bump to their 22-7 record this season.
North Marion does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Atlantic, they will square off against Eustis at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Each of these teams will be fighting to keep a win streak alive as Eustis comes in on five and Atlantic on four.
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