Central Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their 36th straight defeat dating back to last season. They were outmatched by the Monroe Redhawks and fell 78-46. One positive for the Cougars, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
Despite the loss, Central Academy still got an impressive performance from Justice Hegwood, who posted 24 points in addition to eight steals and six rebounds. That was a full 52.2% of Central Academy's points, marking the fifth time in a row she's put up more than a third of the team's points. Allison Proffitt was another key player, almost dropping a double-double on nine points and 13 boards.
Cougars
| 11/28/23 vs Gray Stone Day | 13 |
| 01/17/25 vs Monroe | 10 |
| 12/11/23 vs Pine Lake Prep | 9 |
| 11/30/23 vs Hickory Grove Christian | 6 |
| 02/06/24 vs Piedmont | 6 |
Even though they lost, Central Academy was working as a unit and finished the game with ten assists. That's the most assists they've posted since back in November of 2023.
It was another big night for Janiyah Boyd, who went 14 for 32 on her way to 35 points and seven steals for Monroe. The matchup was Boyd's tenth in a row with at least ten points. Another player making a difference was Dezire Hailey, who dropped a double-double on 14 points and 15 rebounds.
Central Academy's loss dropped their record down to 0-14. As for Monroe, they pushed their record up to 8-2 with the victory, which was their fourth straight on the road.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Central Academy will take on West Stanly at 6:00 p.m. on January 24th. As for Monroe, they will challenge Forest Hills at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Forest Hills will roll in looking for their seventh straight win, something Monroe surely won't give up without a fight.
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