Louisa County Lions Host Albemarle Patriots in Basketball Showdown

The two teams have split their last 10 meetings, setting up an intriguing matchup

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

The Louisa County Lions and Albemarle Patriots will face off in a highly anticipated high school basketball game on Tuesday night. Louisa County, ranked 80th in Virginia, is coming off a dominant 59-36 win over Orange County, led by strong performances from Daphne Anderson and Peyton Brady. Albemarle, meanwhile, is looking to bounce back after a loss on the road, having won its last six straight against Fluvanna County. The two teams have split their last 10 meetings since 2021, making this an evenly matched and potentially decisive game in their rivalry.

Why it matters

This game features two of the top high school basketball programs in the region, with Louisa County and Albemarle having established a competitive rivalry in recent years. The outcome could have implications for playoff seeding and bragging rights in the local community.

The details

Louisa County is averaging 53.4 points per game this season and is led by the playmaking duo of Daphne Anderson and Peyton Brady. Anderson posted 11 points, 6 assists, and 6 steals in the team's last game, while Brady scored 16 points. Albemarle is coming off a 40-28 win over Fluvanna County and will look to continue its recent dominance in the series, having won the last six meetings against the Patriots.

  • The game will be played on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
  • Louisa County and Albemarle have split their last 10 meetings since January 2021.

The players

Daphne Anderson

A key playmaker for the Louisa County Lions, Anderson had 11 points, 6 assists, and 6 steals in the team's last game.

Peyton Brady

Louisa County's leading scorer, Brady had 16 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 steals in the team's recent win over Orange County.

Harlee Lowe

A contributing player for Louisa County, Lowe had 11 points, 5 assists, and 5 rebounds in the team's last game.

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What’s next

Check MaxPreps after the game for a full breakdown of the action, commentary, and other basketball content.

The takeaway

This matchup between two of Virginia's top high school basketball programs promises to be an exciting and evenly-matched contest, with both teams looking to gain an edge in their competitive rivalry.