7th Grade Girls Basketball Highlanders Slip Past Stanley

In a tight game, the 7th Grade Girls Highlanders pushed past Lafayette Stanley to win an exciting match, 22-21. The first two quarters were challenging for Piedmont with a lead by Stanley of 6 at one point in the game. However, Piedmont's defense held strong in the 3rd and 4th quarters, only allowing 4 points. The Highlanders showed the power of teamwork with some strong offensive plays to come from behind in the 4th quarter to take the victory. Angel Rael contributed with assists, as well as 6 point. Lindsey Vaughn and Clare Keating scored 4 with multiple drives to the basket, while Cecilia Soghikian, Maddie Baum, Madie Eidam, and Sydney Williams each scored a basket. Sarah Mooney and Kerry Krohn played aggressive defense with multiple steals. Coach Matt Kirby says, "The girls played great."