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| 02/06/26 - Away | 56-54 W |
| 01/20/26 - Home | 43-60 L |
| 12/10/24 - Home | 59-60 L |
| 12/05/24 - Away | 54-62 L |
| 12/06/22 - Home | 43-46 L |
| + 5 more games |
Gates County hadn't done well against Manteo recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Red Barons narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Redskins 56-54. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Red Barons have posted since January 29, 2025.
Several Redskins players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Jeramiah Gibbs, who posted 12 points along with five boards and three steals. Gibbs is becoming a predictor of Manteo's success: when he posts at least three steals the team is 4-2 (and 3-9 when he doesn't). Kai McGilberry was another key player, shooting 56% from the field to rack up 12 points and five assists.
The win made it two in a row for Gates County and bumps their season record up to 4-16. Those victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 64.5 points over those games. As for Manteo, they have been struggling recently as they've lost ten of their last 13 matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-11 record this season.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Gates County is set to face off against their familiar foe Bertie at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Manteo will square off against rival Camden County at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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