Two teams were on the hunt for playoff glory, but only Hartford Central walked away with it. They took down the Mekeel Christian Academy Lions 58-42 on Thursday. Winning may never get old, but the Tanagers sure are getting used to it with their third in a row.
Mckenzie Johnson
| 02/26/26 vs Mekeel Christian Academy | 22 |
| 02/13/26 vs Hadley Luzerne | 26 |
| 02/11/26 vs Warrensburg | 29 |
| 02/04/26 vs Whitehall | 21 |
| 02/02/26 @ Schroon Lake | 17 |
| + 18 more games |
Hartford Central's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Mckenzie Johnson, who posted 22 points in addition to six boards and five assists. Johnson is on a roll when it comes to points, as she's now scored 16 or more in each of the last 23 games she's played dating back to last season. Another player making a difference was Silver Stewart, who earned 11 points and seven steals.
Hartford Central smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive boards. They are 11-4 when they hit their own glass that hard.
Hartford Central now has a winning record of 11-10. As for Mekeel Christian Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost eight of their last nine games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-12 record this season.
Hartford Central will square off against Saratoga Central Catholic at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday. Mekeel Christian Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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