While Central's victory against Ellwood Christian wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Lions pulled ahead with a 57-56 photo finish over the Eagles on Tuesday. The win continues a trend for the Lions in their matchups with the Eagles: they've now won five in a row.

Christian Lawrence
| 12/09/25 @ Ellwood Christian | 29 |
| 12/08/25 vs Southside | 23 |
| 12/05/25 @ Calhoun | 36 |
| 12/02/25 vs Wilcox Central | 15 |
| 11/20/25 @ Hillcrest | 22 |
| + 4 more games |
Central got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Christian Lawrence out in front who dropped a double-double with 29 points and 11 boards. Lawrence's big performance that evening made it nine games in a row in which he has scored at least 15 points. Another player making a difference was Jvyion Gordon, who posted 17 points and three steals.
Central smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 13 offensive boards. They are 3-1 when they hit their own glass that hard.
Central now has a winning record of 4-3. As for Ellwood Christian, their loss was their eighth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-5.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Central will venture away from home to face off against Calhoun at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Ellwood Christian, they will head out to take on Maplesville at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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