South Johnston suffered their closest loss since December 3, 2024 on Thursday. They fell just short of the West Johnston Wildcats by a score of 35-32. The Trojans just can't catch a break and have now endured three defeats in a row.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead West Johnston to victory, but perhaps none more so than Makenzie Ricks, who posted eight points and five rebounds. Ricks is also on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in the last three games she's played. Trinity Perry Moore was another key player, putting up seven points.
South Johnston's loss dropped their record down to 3-13. As for West Johnston, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won six of their last seven matches, which provided a massive bump to their 7-9 record this season.
South Johnston won't have much time to rest: their next game is against C.B. Aycock at 6:15 p.m. on Friday. C.B. Aycock will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something South Johnston surely won't give up without a fight. As for West Johnston, they and East Wake will face off at 6:15 p.m. on Friday without much rest having both just played.
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