Alexander extended their winning streak to six games thanks to a huge performance from Nimah Ibidunni. The Alexander Cougars sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 54-52 victory over the New Manchester Jaguar on Saturday thanks in part to Ibidunni, who dropped a double-double with 20 points and 11 boards. That makes it three consecutive games in which she has scored at least a third of Alexander's points.
Rachel Porter was another key player, putting up six points in addition to seven rebounds and three steals. That's the most boards she has posted since back in December of 2024.
Cougars
| 02/15/25 vs New Manchester | 54-52 |
| 02/13/25 vs Rome | 41-36 |
| 02/06/25 vs New Manchester | 41-34 |
| 02/04/25 vs Lithia Springs | 50-26 |
| 01/28/25 vs East Paulding | 43-22 |
| + 7 more games |
Alexander's win was their 12th straight at home, which pushed their record up to 19-8. The wins came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 53.3 points over those games. As for New Manchester, their loss dropped their record down to 22-5.
Looking ahead, Alexander will welcome Glynn Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Alexander is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 52.3 points per game this season. New Manchester does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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