McEachern smothers Peachtree Ridge in state quarterfinals

Chase Lumpkin's 36 points lead Indians to 93-69 victory, advancing them to state semifinals

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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Chase Lumpkin scored 36 points, including 5 three-pointers, to lead the McEachern Indians to a 93-69 victory over Peachtree Ridge in the Class AAAAAA state quarterfinals. The win advances McEachern to the state semifinals, where they will face Wheeler in an all-Cobb County matchup. McEachern used its pressure defense to force turnovers and get out in transition, leading 26-12 after the first quarter and 45-23 at halftime.

Why it matters

This victory keeps McEachern's season alive as they continue their quest for a state championship. The Indians have now won 13 straight games and will look to avenge an earlier loss to Wheeler when the teams meet in the semifinals.

The details

Lumpkin's 36 points led the way for McEachern, which also got 22 points from Zach Graves and 13 from Emmanuel Alofe. The Indians used their pressure defense to force Peachtree Ridge into mistakes, leading to easy transition baskets. McEachern led by as many as 35 points in the second half.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, March 5, 2026.
  • McEachern will face Wheeler in the state semifinals on Saturday.

The players

Chase Lumpkin

A junior four-star wing who scored 36 points for McEachern, including 5 three-pointers.

Zach Graves

Scored 22 points for McEachern in the victory.

Tremayne Anchrum

Head coach of the McEachern Indians.

Daniel Hollis

Led Peachtree Ridge with 16 points in the loss.

Micah McMorris

Scored 11 points for Peachtree Ridge.

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What they’re saying

“They are the dragon. We have to try to slay the dragon.”

— Tremayne Anchrum, Head coach, McEachern Indians (ledger-enquirer.com)

“It's my best basketball of the season. But it isn't my best yet. My best basketball is still in front of me.”

— Chase Lumpkin (ledger-enquirer.com)

What’s next

McEachern will face Wheeler in the state semifinals on Saturday, looking to avenge an earlier loss to the Wildcats.

The takeaway

McEachern's dominant victory over Peachtree Ridge showcases their ability to force turnovers and score in transition, led by the standout performance of junior Chase Lumpkin. The Indians will need to bring that same intensity when they face Wheeler in the highly anticipated all-Cobb County state semifinal matchup.