J.R. Tucker and Fleming squared off in some playoff action on Monday, but J.R. Tucker had to settle for second. They were outmatched by the Fleming Colonels and fell 58-14. While losing is never fun, the Tigers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Virginia basketball rankings (they are ranked 182nd in Virginia, while the Colonels are ranked sixth in Virginia).
Fleming's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Amari Worsham led the charge by almost dropping a double-double with 20 points and nine boards. What's more, Worsham also posted a 56% shooting accuracy, which is the highest she's achieved since back in December of 2024. Signae Houston was another key player, going 6-for-12 en route to 16 points along with six assists and five rebounds.
J.R. Tucker's loss was their third straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 12-11. As for Fleming, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 17 of their last 18 matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 22-2 record this season.
J.R. Tucker does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Fleming, they have already played their next game, a 61-28 victory against Godwin on the 26th.
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