Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, May River couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They were outmatched by the Gray Collegiate Academy War Eagles and fell 78-50. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Sharks have suffered since January 4th.
Gray Collegiate Academy got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Lamont (Lj) Britt out in front who dropped a double-double with 17 points and ten rebounds. With that strong performance, Britt is now averaging an impressive 2 steals per game. The team also got some help courtesy of Quan Mcduffie, who went 7-for-9 en route to 15 points in addition to five boards and five steals.
May River has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 16-7 record this season. The win (which was Gray Collegiate Academy's 14th in a row) raised their record to 19-7.
May River does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Gray Collegiate Academy, they wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next matchup, a 66-56 loss against North Augusta on the 25th.
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