American Leadership Academy-Johnston was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their 16th straight defeat dating back to last season. They took a blow against the St. Mary's Saints, falling 59-6. While losing is never fun, the Patriots can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina basketball rankings (they are ranked 525th, while the Saints are ranked 75th).
St. Mary's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Kate Chamblee, who posted eight points and four steals. Janelle Gyampo was another key player, going 5 for 8 on her way to 12 points and seven rebounds.
American Leadership Academy-Johnston's loss dropped their record down to 0-11. As for St. Mary's, the win was the sixth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 8-1.
American Leadership Academy-Johnston and Ascend Leadership will compete for holiday cheer at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for St. Mary's, they won't have much time to rest: their next game is against St. David's at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Both teams are headed into the matchup with plenty of momentum (St. Mary's has won five straight at home, while St. David's won three straight on the road), something that'll have to change.
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