Recap: Roanoke Rapids Yellowjackets vs. Southern Nash Firebirds
It may have taken double overtime to finish the job, but the Roanoke Rapids Yellowjackets ultimately got the result they hoped for on Tuesday. They walked away with a 54-45 win over Southern Nash. The victory was some much needed relief for Roanoke Rapids as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
Shaniah Daniels was her usual excellent self, almost dropping a triple-double on 20 points, 18 rebounds, and nine blocks. Daniels is crushing the rebound category: she's posted at least eight every time she's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Alexis Bednarczyk, who dropped a double-double on 16 points and ten rebounds.
Roanoke Rapids' victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 4-10. As for Southern Nash, their defeat was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 4-11.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Roanoke Rapids will take on the Knights at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Northern Nash is coming into the matchup on a four-game losing streak. As for Southern Nash, they won't have much time to rest: their next game is against the Wildcats at 6:00 p.m. on January 31st.
