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VYPE DFW GBB Game of the Week: Lincoln vs. Glen Rose (UIL 4A-D2 State Semifinals)
On Tuesday night, a thrilling battle of the stripes unfolds as the Lincoln Tigers face the Glen Rose Tigers in the UIL 4A-D2 State Semifinals.
Lincoln enters the Final Four with a stellar 37-2 record, most recently dominating Godley 62-41 in the Region II-4A Final.
While they’re ranked No. 26 overall in the state by MaxPreps, the Tigers are no strangers to high-stakes competition, with four State appearances in the past decade—placing them 17th overall in state history.
Coached by Ashley Greer, Lincoln boasts a well-rounded lineup led by junior Ar'Jayla Elder, who averages 14 points per game. Elder is supported by a talented group of underclassmen, including freshman Lanae Dallas (12 ppg), Jada Patterson (9 ppg), and senior Grace Spencer (9 ppg). This depth ensures that Lincoln can strike in multiple ways, keeping opponents on their toes.
On the other side, Glen Rose, also with a 36-2 record, makes its fifth appearance in the Final Four under head coach Ramsey Ghazal.
Senior Alexis Rynders, a Tarleton commit, headlines the GRHS Tigers. An All-State selection for the past three seasons, Rynders leads by example, both with her leadership and on-court play. She is joined by fellow seniors Lily Melton and BrookLynn Peterson, who have been instrumental in Glen Rose’s journey to this point.
In this battle of 4A heavyweights, only one team will advance to the UIL State Final. With talent, experience, and history on both sides, fans can expect a memorable clash when these two Tigers square off.
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THE PERENNIAL POWER: Lincoln maintaining degree of traditional excellence in 2024
When it comes to Texas high school girls hoops, there are few teams more consistent than Lincoln.
Similar to Duncanville in UIL-6A (4 championships since 2015), the Tigers are always in the conversation within Class 4A, evidenced by their 16 state tournament appearances over the past 34 seasons -- claiming three titles over that span.
That trend continues to this day, and then some, as Coach Ashley Greer and company have enjoyed a perfect 23-0 start to the winter, while they currently compete in the Sandra Meadows Classic.
The 2023 District 13-4A MVP, Ar'Jayla Elder (Jr. G), headlines the high-octane Lincoln offense, averaging just over 14 points per game.
Naturally, this has paid dividends for a group that now seeks to dominate 11-4A, following the UIL realignment this past off-season.
Of course, she's not alone.
Fellow returning starter T'Anna Saddler contributes roughly 9 points and 3 assists per contest, while adding a significant rebounding and defensive presence with her 6-foot-1 frame.
Meanwhile, newcomer Lanae Dallas has wasted no time in establishing herself within the team's ranks, as the freshman is averaging over 11 points an outing.
If that isn't enough to hurt the opposition, sophomore Jada Patterson (8 ppg), as well as seniors Grace Spencer (9 ppg, 2 rpg) and Sy'Niyah Gulley (5 ppg, 1 rpg) are more than capable of making a difference.
Lincoln reached the State Semis a year ago, where they fell 65-60 in a double-overtime heart-breaker against eventual champion Waco La Vega.
Suffice it to say, the No. 2 team in our updated rankings would love to return the favor down the line
As is the case every season, the Tigers will have their sights set on reaching the Alamodome. If all goes according to plan, they'll secure the program's first state crown since 2008.


































