St. Thomas More Academy and The Burlington School squared off in some playoff action on Thursday, but St. Thomas More Academy had to settle for second. They lost 65-43 to The Burlington School Spartans. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Chancellors have suffered since December 10, 2024.
Adella Dehring
| 02/13/25 @ The Burlington School | 4 |
| 02/11/25 vs University Christian | 7 |
| 02/07/25 vs Thales Academy Apex | 5 |
| 02/06/25 @ Thales Academy Rolesville | 3 |
| 01/31/25 vs Friendship Christian | 6 |
| + 12 more games |
St. Thomas More Academy's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Winnie Dehring, who posted 15 points in addition to six rebounds and four steals, and Adella Dehring, who scored 11 points and four steals. Adella is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in each of the last 17 games she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of LIlian Marquardt, who had eight points along with seven boards and three steals.
The Burlington School's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Alaiyah Mitchell, who put up 20 points in addition to five assists and five rebounds. Mitchell also grabbed five steals, which is notable because The Burlington School is 8-2 when she posts at least three steals, but 5-6 otherwise. Kennedy Harrelson was another key player, putting up 22 points.
St. Thomas More Academy's loss dropped their record down to 14-13. As for The Burlington School, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won eight of their last nine matches, which provided a nice bump to their 13-8 record this season.
St. Thomas More Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for The Burlington School, they wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next game, a 55-42 defeat against Freedom Christian Academy on the 15th.
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