Incarnate Word Academy Senior Abbie Sextro Leads Red Knights to 125th Straight Win with Nevaeh Caffey Scoring 21 Points
Overflow crowd watches Incarnate Word top John Burroughs to close unbeaten regular season as IWA extends its state-record win streak to 125 games with a 52-46 victory in an intensity-filled girls basketball showdown.
The Big PictureAn exceptional performance by Incarnate Word Academy in front of a standing-room-only crowd highlights the dominance and allure of one of the nation's top girls basketball programs.
By the Numbers- Incarnate Word Academy has a 256-23 record over the last 10 seasons, winning nine state championships.
- IWA played only 61 home games in that period, with 78.14% of contests on the road.
The intense game highlighted a strong defensive performance from both teams, with IWA's lockdown defense crucial in securing the win.
State of Play- IWA closed out its fifth unbeaten regular season with a 25-0 record.
- The Red Knights' win streak is the longest current run in the nation at 125 games.
- Incarnate Word Academy will host the upcoming Class 6 District 3 Tournament after gaining a forfeit victory in the opening round.
The strong performance and experience from the game are expected to benefit both teams as they move into the upcoming Class 5 District 2 Tournament and beyond.
Bottom LineAn overflow crowd witnessed Incarnate Word Academy's victory, showcasing the team's exceptional talent and the growing enthusiasm for women's basketball.
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