The Cornerstone Charter Cardinals's 13-game losing streak dating back to last season came to an end on Wednesday. They walked away with a 43-35 victory over College Prep & Leadership Academy. Cornerstone Charter's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Kaylen Williamson was her usual excellent self, dropping a double-double on 29 points and 19 rebounds. That makes it nine consecutive games in which she has scored at least 25% of Cornerstone Charter's points. Another player making a difference was Maloree Walthaw, who scored six points along with six rebounds.
Cornerstone Charter's victory ended a seven-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 1-9. As for College Prep & Leadership Academy, they bumped their record down to 0-7 with that loss, which was their fourth straight on the road dating back to last season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cornerstone Charter will square off against Piedmont Classical at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for College Prep & Leadership Academy, they will head out on the road to face off against Leadership Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Leadership Academy presents a significant challenge as they come into the match much higher ranked than College Prep & Leadership Academy in North Carolina (Leadership Academy is ranked 258th, while College Prep & Leadership Academy is ranked 606th).