Basketball Recap: Fike Picks Up Third Consecutive Win

By Team Reports Dec 9, 2024, 7:37am

Basketball Recap: Fike Demons vs. Southern Nash Firebirds

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Fike put another one in the bag on Tuesday to keep their perfect season alive. They came out on top against the Southern Nash Firebirds by a score of 51-43. The Demons have seen this before: they got the W the last time they saw the Firebirds, too.

Fike got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Jamaria Freeman out in front who had 21 points. Kylar Horvath was another key player, going 7 for 14 en route to 14 points plus five rebounds.

Southern Nash's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Terri Richardson, who posted 11 points along with six rebounds and three steals. What's more, Richardson also racked up two offensive rebounds, the most she's had since back in December of 2023. Another player making a difference was LJ Hinnant, who had eight points plus six rebounds.

Fike's record is now 3-0.

Fike has already played their next contest, a 63-56 win against SouthWest Edgecombe on the 4th. As for Southern Nash, they also didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next game, a 53-46 victory against West Johnston on the 4th.

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