The RTCA Crusaders fell to the Strong Rock Academy Lions 83-69 at the GISA AA State Basketball Championship Game Saturday at Georgia Southwestern in Americus.

The Crusaders fell behind and trailed 26-18 at the end of the first period, 46-33 at the half and 63-55 at the end of the third quarter.

MK McBride scored 26 points, Jashaun Powell 25 points, and Justin Walker had 14 points for the Crusaders.

RTCA ends the season with a 24-4 overall record.