Newton boys basketball falls to high-powered Peachtree Ridge team in opening round

Newton took its talents on the road for the first round of the Class AAAAAA playoffs, but the Peachtree Ridge Lions ended the Rams’ season with a 63-47 win. Wednesday’s game was a rematch of last year’s Sweet 16 game that saw Newton win 61-46. When it came time for this year’s Round of 32 battle, it proved to be the Lions’ day. A game-high 27 points from Peachtree Ridge’s Duan Day were crucial in the win.

Feb 28, 2026 - 07:00
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Newton boys basketball falls to high-powered Peachtree Ridge team in opening round
Newton took its talents on the road for the first round of the Class AAAAAA playoffs, but the Peachtree Ridge Lions ended the Rams’ season with a 63-47 win. Wednesday’s game was a rematch of last year’s Sweet 16 game that saw Newton win 61-46. When it came time for this year’s Round of 32 battle, it proved to be the Lions’ day. A game-high 27 points from Peachtree Ridge’s Duan Day were crucial in the win.

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