South Caldwell 47
Alexander Central 31
The Alexander Central Men’s Varsity Basketball team suffered through a quick turn-around and some frigid shooting in a loss Saturday at South Caldwell. After returning from COVID-19 protocol and blasting St Stephens Friday night, the Blue and Gold were back on the court in 15 hours. The Cougars managed just 8 points by halftime and trailed 25-8. AC shot just 29 percent and were out-rebounded 34-23. Grove Lowrance led the Alexander Central scoring with 11 points.
The loss drops ACHS to 5-2 on the season and 4-2 in Northwestern Conference play. With the victory, South Caldwell improves to 5-4 overall and 5-3 in league play.
Junior Varsity
Girls
Alexander Central 36
North Iredell 19
Boys
Alexander Central 38
Lake Norman 34