While Central's win against Abraham Lincoln wasn't quite the blowout they won the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Central Lancers came out on top in a nail-biter against the Abraham Lincoln Railsplitters on Friday, sneaking past 37-35. That's more bragging rights for the Lancers, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
| 01/20/25 vs West Catholic | 1 |
| 12/06/24 vs Cristo Rey Philadelphia | 5 |
| 12/02/24 @ Plymouth Whitemarsh | 4 |
| 01/31/25 vs Abraham Lincoln | 4 |
| 01/08/25 vs The City School | 3 |
Central's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Tyshonna Cooper, who posted eight points and four steals. That's the most steals Cooper has posted since back in December of 2024. Sofia Meer was another key player, dropping a double-double on 12 points and 12 boards.
Despite the loss, Abraham Lincoln saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Ilisah Butler scored 17 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Haja Lewis, who put up seven points.
Central's win was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 10-9. They've dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 25 points. As for Abraham Lincoln, with the defeat, they broke their four-game winning streak and moved their record to 16-6.
Central will welcome Executive Education Academy Charter School at 3:15 p.m. on Monday. Abraham Lincoln does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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