Ascend Leadership Academy had lost eight straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped down to 1-16 to make it nine. They fell 32-21 to the Clover Garden School Grizzlies. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Grizzlies this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 29-26 back in December of 2025.
As for Clover Garden School, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won nine of their last ten contests. That's provided a massive bump to their 10-5 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 25.5 points on average over those games.
Clover Garden School can attribute much of their success to Hanna Tickle, who shot 43% from the field to rack up 13 points along with eight steals and six boards. Tickle continues to improve, besting her previous point total in each of the last three games she's played. Nesslyn Sweger-Haith was another key player, putting up five points.
Coming up, Ascend Leadership Academy will be playing at home against Cristo Rey Research Triangle at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Clover Garden School, they will venture away from home to face off against River Mill Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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