Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024, was a day to remember in the world of girls basketball, as teams took to the courts and battled it out for victory. From shocking upsets to thrilling finishes, there was no shortage of excitement in the games that took place.
One of the biggest stories of the day came from the matchup between Lincoln High School and their longtime rivals, Springfield High School. The game was a back-and-forth battle, with neither team able to gain a clear advantage until the final minutes. In the end, it was Lincoln who emerged victorious, thanks in large part to the outstanding play of their point guard, Emily Johnson.
Johnson, who has been one of the top players in the league all season, continued her impressive form, scoring 25 points and dishing out 7 assists in the 55-50 win. Her performance caught the attention of college scouts in attendance, and it's likely that she'll be getting even more attention in the coming weeks and months.
Another exciting game took place in the suburbs, where Oakwood High School hosted neighboring Brookville High School. This game was a thrilling finish, with Oakwood coming from behind to win 42-40 in the final seconds. The winning basket was scored by Oakwood's power forward, Sarah Lee, who had a game-high 22 points and 10 rebounds.
Other scores from around the area included a 65-30 blowout win for top-ranked Centerville High School over Beavercreek High School, a 50-45 victory for Fairmont High School over Miamisburg High School, and a 58-42 win for Wayne High School over Huber Heights High School.
These results have shaken up the league standings, with Lincoln moving into second place behind Centerville. The top teams will face off in a series of crucial matchups in the coming weeks, and it will be interesting to see how the standings continue to shift.