Piedmont Academy lost against Edmund Burke Academy back in December of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. The Cougars were just a bucket shy of victory and fell 52-51 to the Spartans.
Despite the defeat, Piedmont Academy saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Sarah Ellen Stroud posted 24 points and six assists. Anslyn Burrell was another key player, almost dropping a double-double with 12 points and nine boards.
Edmund Burke Academy's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Bella Williams led the charge by dropping a double-double with 18 points and 14 rebounds. Those 18 points gave Williams a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Leila Eastmead, who had 14 points and six boards.
Piedmont Academy's loss dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Edmund Burke Academy, they have started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it.
Piedmont Academy will have a little extra prep time after the defeat as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Westfield School at 6:00 p.m. on December 4. As for Edmund Burke Academy, they will challenge Jenkins County at 7:30 p.m. on Monday.
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