Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Lockhart). They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 55-52 victory over the Crockett Cougars on Tuesday. The win was some much needed relief for the Lions as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
When it comes to explaining why Crockett lost, don't look at Lola Osaigbovo. Despite the final result, she dropped a double-double on 23 points and ten rebounds. Osaigbovo has been hot , having posted eight or more rebounds the last five times she's played. Another player making a difference was Lauren Smith, who had 12 points in addition to six rebounds and three steals.
Lockhart's victory bumped their record up to 3-4. As for Crockett, with the defeat, they broke their eight-game winning streak and moved their record to 10-3.
Lockhart will square off against Cuero at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday. As for Crockett, they will take on Brenham in a tournament on Thursday. The timing is sure in Crockett's favor as the squad sits on four straight wins at home while Brenham has been banged up by three consecutive losses on the road.
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