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Lufkin Today
By the People, for the People
Mount Pleasant Defeats Lufkin Lady Panthers in Close Game
Late 8-0 run by Lufkin not enough to hold off Mount Pleasant in the final minutes
Published on Feb. 7, 2026
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In a closely contested high school basketball game, the Lufkin Lady Panthers had an 8-0 run late in the fourth quarter to take a 52-49 lead with two minutes remaining. However, Mount Pleasant was able to make the necessary plays down the stretch to come back and defeat the Lady Panthers.
Why it matters
This game highlights the competitive nature of high school basketball in the region, with two evenly matched teams battling it out until the final minutes. The outcome could impact playoff seeding and momentum for both teams as they look to make a deep postseason run.
The details
The game was a back-and-forth affair, with neither team able to pull away for long. Lufkin's late 8-0 run gave them a 52-49 advantage, but Mount Pleasant responded by scoring the final points of the game to secure the victory.
- The game was played on February 7, 2026.
- Lufkin took a 52-49 lead with two minutes remaining in the fourth quarter.
The players
Lufkin Lady Panthers
The girls' basketball team from Lufkin High School.
Mount Pleasant
The opposing team that defeated the Lufkin Lady Panthers.
The takeaway
This close game between two talented high school basketball teams showcases the competitive spirit and high level of play in the region. Both teams will look to build on this performance as they aim for postseason success.
