Y'Anna Rivers and RonNyia Joyner secure win for James Kenan
By Team Reports
Jan 4, 2024, 10:10pm
Recap: James Kenan Tigers vs. Spring Creek Gators
The James Kenan Tigers had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They were the clear victor by a 45-20 margin over Spring Creek. That 45-20 margin sets a new team best for James Kenan this season.
Leading James Kenan to victory were Y'Anna Rivers and RonNyia Joyner. Rivers scored seven points along with 11 rebounds and nine steals, while Joyner scored 18 points along with three steals. That's the first time this season that Joyner scored 15 or more points. The team also got some help courtesy of Gabriel Outlaw, who scored nine points along with three steals.
James Kenan pushed their record up to 5-4 with that victory, which was their third straight at home. As for Spring Creek, they now have a losing record at 4-5.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. James Kenan will take on South Lenoir at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Spring Creek won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against North Duplin at 6:00 p.m. on January 5th. North Duplin is coming into the game on a three-game losing streak.
