New Kent and Meridian squared off in some playoff action on Tuesday, but New Kent had to settle for second. They took a 51-45 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Meridian Mustangs. The Trojans have been going strong on the season, but this is now their second loss in a row.
Will Ross
| 03/04/25 @ Meridian | 8 |
| 01/26/24 @ Grafton | 7 |
| 01/15/25 vs Warhill | 5 |
| 12/28/24 vs Hanover | 5 |
| 02/12/24 @ Lafayette | 5 |
When it comes to explaining why New Kent lost, don't look at Will Ross. Despite the final result, he posted 19 points and eight boards. Those eight rebounds gave Ross a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Christian Joyner, who almost dropped a double-double with nine points and 12 boards.
New Kent's defeat dropped their record down to 24-3. As for Meridian, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 27-0.
New Kent does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Meridian, they will venture away from home to take on Hopewell at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Both teams are headed into the matchup with plenty of momentum (Hopewell has won 14 straight at home, while Meridian won 12 straight on the road), something that'll have to change.
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