The Lakeland women's basketball team traveled to Mott Community College today to face the St. Clair County Skippers in the Region 12 District B Tournament. The Lakers battled throughout, but in the end, could not keep pace with the Skippers as they dropped an 80-53 decision. With the loss, Lakeland finished it's season with a 13-12 overall record. In the first half, the Lakers lost Joh'niqua Clay early due to injury. Lakeland then got into foul trouble and the Skippers took advantage. Lakeland went into the break trailing 42-22. Lakeland continued to battle throughout the second half and showed effort and grit until the end. Unfortunately for Lakeland, they were unable to match the Skippers and so dropped the decision.
Kanija Kimbrough recorded a double double and was the games high scorer with 26 points. Kimbrough added 14 rebounds, 4 steals, and 3 blocks to lead the Lakers. Monetta Hilory finished her night with 10 points and 3 assists while Raegan Perkins-Hirz recorded 6 points and 4 rebounds. Gabriella Moore added 2 points and 7 rebounds while Kennedy Coleman picked up 3 points and 3 steals. Arianna Vera finished her night with 4 points while Joh'niqua Clay scored a basket before the injury.
Coach Gardy's Gab: "Tough way to end the season, but I'm really proud of the girls as they kept playing hard - even when faced with some adversity. Everyone had some real bright spots this year and we continued to play as a team throughout. Credit St. Clair tonight as they are a well-coached team that played well."
