Basketball Recap: Shaw Raiders vs. Russell County Warriors
Shaw lost to Russell County last Tuesday, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Saturday. The Shaw Raiders had just enough and edged the Russell County Warriors out 53-51.
Shaw's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Quishyi Walcott, who almost dropped a double-double on 14 points and nine rebounds. Walcott has been hot for a while, having also posted two or more steals the last nine times she's played. Another player making a difference was Brooke Shipp, who posted 22 points in addition to six rebounds and three steals.
Shaw's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Russell County, they dropped their record down to 2-1 with the loss, which was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season.
Coincidentally, both will both be playing Smiths Station the next time they take the court. Shaw will head out to face Smiths Station at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, while Russell County will head out to face them at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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