Lakeside School couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They came up short against the Ezekiel Academy Knights on Monday, falling 49-28. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Chiefs have suffered since December 18, 2023.
Leading Ezekiel Academy to victory were Addi Newell and Abigail Dupre?. Newell posted 12 points along with five assists and five steals, while Dupre? went 5 for 11 en route to 12 points plus five rebounds and four steals. Newell is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed three or more in the last four games she's played. Another player making a difference was Gianna Johnson, who earned six points in addition to six rebounds.
The victory for Ezekiel Academy keeps them at an undefeated 7-0.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Lakeside School will face off against Terrell Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Ezekiel Academy, their road trip will continue as they head out to face Restoration Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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