Augusta Cross Creek escapes North Augusta in thin win

Augusta Cross Creek finally found a way to top North Augusta 48-46 at North Augusta High on Dec. 12 in South Carolina girls high school basketball action.

The last time North Augusta and Augusta Cross Creek played in a 50-43 game on Dec. 6, 2022.

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