SCHSL Class 1A Lower State: Military Magnet vs Lake View

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Girls Hoops was in attendance on Saturday at the Florence Center in Florence for the Lower State Championship Games. The first game on the docket today featured a rematch from last year. Who would prevail in this game? Read more inside right here on your source for basketball coverage in the Palmetto State. <strong><em>#RecruitThePalmettoState</em></strong> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Eagles Headed Back to Aiken:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Military Magnet Academy set the tone early, but the Lake View HS Lady Wild Gators didn't back off my any means. The Lady Eagles collected steal after steal today on the hardwood and collected the win 60-46 to advance back to the SCHSL Class 1A State Championship Game. The Lady Eagles will seek a 3rd straight state championship and will be playing in its 4th straight state championship game. A rematch with Denmark-Olar HS (27-2) next weekend at USC-Aiken. Military Magnet Academy defeated Denmark-Olar HS last season 35-20. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Bench Play Came Up Big: </em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":605317,"width":256,"height":192,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/02/078B623C-66CC-41F1-B919-26AB59D25B32.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-605317" width="256" height="192" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='366548' first='DeJamari' last='Pugh']</strong> and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='252502' first='Sabri' last='Mitchell']</strong> both came off the bench for the Lady Eagles and contributed big games. Pugh is crafty at times with her play. She finished with 10 points on by connecting on a few jumpers and showing some nimble footwork along the way around the paint. DeJamari was able to collect 8 rebounds in the victory. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":605319,"width":256,"height":192,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/02/B46125DB-F063-4CFE-AB73-10722A827A0B.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-605319" width="256" height="192" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mitchell runs the floor very well and at times looks like she's gliding around the court. Sabri finished with 13 points by finishing on a few putbacks and activity around the rim. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Guard Contribute Results: </em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":605325,"width":256,"height":192,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/02/A3C6E5D5-78B6-4901-9D21-CDABA0A84AB7.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-605325" width="256" height="192" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='171795' first='Kaelin' last='Davis']</strong>, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='172055' first='Chazmin' last='Bradley']</strong> and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='196266' first='Dream' last='Watson']</strong> all contribute to the backcourt for the Lady Eagles. Davis a left-handed UNSIGNED Senior guard started the day at 1,597 career points. She ended with 7 points, 8 rebounds, 6 steals and 4 assists. Davis makes the engine go for the Lady Eagles. She has collected 110 career wins at Military Magnet along with being a 3-time 1A All-State Selection along the way. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bradley has scored over 1,400 career points in her career for the Lady Eagles. Chazmin finished with a quiet 8 points here today. She really understands her role on this team and plays it well. She contributes whenever and wherever needed for a victory. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Watson a sophomore is constantly active in the passing lanes picking up steals. She has the ability to sprint the floor and play 94 feet at all times. Dream finished with 12 points and YES <strong><em>14 STEALS </em></strong>today for the Lady Eagles. Watson for good measure collected 7 rebounds and 4 assist in the victory. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Page Joins 1,000 Point Club:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":605313,"width":256,"height":192,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/02/2618463B-72E7-4944-9E43-F99A1E0C9D7E.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-605313" width="256" height="192" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='171807' first='Gwendasia' last='Page']</strong> started the day at 991 career points for the Lake View HS Lady Wild Gators. She finished with 12 points and now has 1,003 points entering her senior season. Page got into foul trouble early and never could catch a rhythm at times. Gwendasia had no problems jumping on the floor and leaving with a few bruises and bumps along the way. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Lake View Finishes Season</strong>:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Lady Wild Gators finished the season at (22-3). Lake View HS lost last season to Military Magnet Academy 59-50 in the Lower State Championship Game. The Lady Wild Gators lost to St Paul's HS (NC) and Trinity Collegiate in the Pepsi Carolina Classic before losing today. They came into the contest today with a 13-game winning streak. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Bright Future Still: </em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":605318,"width":256,"height":192,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/02/59C4550C-8118-4AF3-8A6D-4C3A0EA2DA81.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-605318" width="256" height="192" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Lady Gators have plenty of talent returning next year for Head Coach Larry Ingram. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='171808' first='Jaleya' last='Ford']</strong> finished the game with 13 points today while averaging 16.3 ppg this season. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='605297' first='Zy'Kiara' last='Waters']</strong> is a very promising 8th grader for the Lady Wild Gators to add to the mix in the years to come. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->