Lady Lions Play Game 2 of Region Tourney Tonight

The Franklin County Lady Lions basketball teams is back in action tonight in the Region 8AAA Tournament.  This time, they’ll take on another team of Lady Lions from Hebron Christian Academy (Dacula, GA).  Tip-off from host site Oconee County High School in Watkinsville is at 7:00.

The Lady Lions advanced in the post-season tournament Monday afternoon after defeating Monroe Area in game 1 of the competition.  With the win, the girls basketball team is guaranteed a spot in state play-offs beginning next week plus two more games in this week’s region tournament.  The winner of tomorrow’s competition will advance to the region championship game Friday evening.  The loser will play in the consolation game beginning at 3:00 p.m..

The Lady Lions hold a record of 3-8 in the region, 9-17 overall.  The Hebron Christian Lady Lions are 10-0 in the region, 25-0 overall.  They’re current #1 in the region and #1 in the state.

Bobby Breedlove and Jason Myers from WLHR will have the play-by-play action.  Airtime will be around 6:45pm and can be heard on 92.1 FM and online at www.921wlhr.com.