Basketball Recap: Abbeville Takes a Loss

Abbeville suffered their biggest defeat since December 20, 2023 on Saturday. They were beaten by the Belton-Honea Path Bears 52-20. The loss continues a trend for the Panthers in their matchups with the Bears: they've now lost six in a row.

Abbeville's loss came despite strong showings from Anecia Dawson and Ar'Naisyah Gray. Dawson posted seven points and eight rebounds, while Gray scored no points and 14 boards. Gray has been hot for a while, having posted nine or more rebounds the last nine times she's played.

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02/01/25 - Away

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Even though they lost, Abbeville smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 21 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 12 offensive rebounds in 13 consecutive games.

Abbeville's defeat dropped their record down to 9-4. As for Belton-Honea Path, their victory ended a nine-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 3-13.

Abbeville has already played their next match, a 53-11 win against Whitmire on the 4th. As for Belton-Honea Path, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next contest, a 38-33 victory against Crescent on the 4th.