Piedmont Classical was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They lost to the College Prep & Leadership Academy Royals on the road by a 69-52 margin. While losing is never fun, the Bobcats can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina basketball rankings (they are ranked 445th, while the Royals are ranked 135th).
Several Bobcats players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Christian Daye, who posted 12 points. Jalen Ferrell was another key player, putting up 11 points.
College Prep & Leadership Academy's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Tyrie Pressley, who dropped a double-double on 13 points and 12 rebounds. That's the most boards Pressley has posted since back in February of 2024. Another player making a difference was Ahmad Frazier, who dropped a double-double on ten points and 14 rebounds.
Piedmont Classical's loss dropped their record down to 4-8. As for College Prep & Leadership Academy, they pushed their record up to 13-2 with the win, which was their 11th straight at home dating back to last season.
Piedmont Classical wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next match, a 51-23 victory against Bethany Community on the 23rd. College Prep & Leadership Academy has also already played their next game, a 73-32 win against Albemarle on the 18th.
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