Lady Giants defeat Marksville in double overtime with free throw

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February 14, 2023

The Jena Lady Giants finished up district play this week as they played at home against Marksville on Tuesday and traveled to Buckeye on Friday. The Lady Giants would have a lot to play for coming into the week as they would come into the week with a chance to get into the top 28 of the power rankings and into the playoffs.

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