The L.E.A.D. Academy Lions are taking a road trip to take on the Rocky Bayou Christian Knights at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this contest.
Last Tuesday, L.E.A.D. Academy was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 56-50 to Jay. The Lions have struggled against the Royals recently, as the game was their fifth consecutive lost matchup.
Bryse Burkett
| 11/25/25 vs Jay | 37 |
| 11/20/25 vs Destin | 19 |
| 11/17/25 @ Laurel Hill | 42 |
L.E.A.D. Academy might have lost, but man, Bryse Burkett was a machine: she shot 43% from the field to rack up 37 points and three steals. Burkett's big performance that evening made it three games in a row in which she has scored at least 19 points. Another player making a difference was Emily Harold, who posted seven points and six steals.
Meanwhile, Rocky Bayou Christian lost 60-38 to Laurel Hill on Thursday.
Rocky Bayou Christian's loss dropped their record down to 2-2. As for L.E.A.D. Academy, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 2-1.
L.E.A.D. Academy was able to grind out a solid victory over Rocky Bayou Christian in their previous matchup back in January of 2024, winning 45-35. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Lions since the team won't have the home-court advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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