Basketball Recap: Essex's Run of 11 Straight Wins Now Over

Trojans

Previous 5 Games

02/27/25 @ Westmoreland	36-41
02/25/25 vs Charles City	64-32
02/18/25 vs Rappahannock	56-19
02/14/25 @ Northumberland	49-37
02/07/25 @ Jamestown	57-49

Essex and Westmoreland squared off in some playoff action on Thursday, but Essex had to settle for second. They fell to the Westmoreland Eagles 41-36. The Trojans' defeat signaled the end of their 11-game winning streak.

Despite the loss, Essex had strong showings from Morgan Self, who almost dropped a double-double with 13 points and nine rebounds, and Kenedi Campbell, who posted four points and six boards. Self is on a roll when it comes to boards, as she's now pulled down nine or more in each of the last four games she's played.

Even though they lost, Essex smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with ten offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive rebounds in three consecutive matches.

Essex's defeat dropped their record down to 15-7. As for Westmoreland, their victory was their 12th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 18-2.

Essex does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Westmoreland, they will welcome Colonial Beach at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday.