Charlotte triumphant thanks to a strong effort from Jaelyn Baker

By Team Reports Feb 14, 2024, 6:35am

Recap: Charlotte Orioles vs. Sexton Big Reds

The Charlotte Orioles came into Friday's game having lost six straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They were the clear victor by a 53-27 margin over Sexton. That 26 point margin sets a new team best for Charlotte this season.

Jaelyn Baker continued her habit of posting crazy stat lines, dropping a double-double on 24 points and ten steals. She has been hot recently, having posted two or more steals the last six times she's played. Another player making a difference was Peyton Howarth, who scored 11 points along with six rebounds and two steals.

Charlotte's victory bumped their record up to 4-13. As for Sexton, they dropped their record down to 1-11 with that loss, which was their sixth straight on the road.

Charlotte didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next match, a 52-43 win vs. Ionia on the 13th. Sexton has also already played their next contest, a 49-17 loss against Lansing Christian on the 12th.

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