Even though the Broughton Capitals have not done well against the Millbrook Wildcats recently (they were 0-9 in their previous nine matchups), they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. Broughton secured a 55-50 W over Millbrook. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Broughton.
Broughton's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Kendall Walpole, who dropped a double-double on 14 points and 10 rebounds. Kalajah Wright was another key contributor, scoring 14 points along with 6 assists and 6 rebounds.
Millbrook's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Aaliyah Graham, who scored 14 points along with 7 steals and 6 assists. The team also got some help courtesy of Ariana Morris, who scored 14 points along with 5 rebounds.
Broughton's victory bumped their record up to 2-5. As for Millbrook, they have fallen quite a ways from their 20-8 record last season and are now at 1-5.
Broughton will head out on the road to face off against Heritage at 6:15 p.m. on Friday. As for Millbrook, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Southeast Raleigh at 6:30 p.m. on December 12th. Southeast Raleigh presents a significant challenge as they come into the match much higher ranked than Millbrook in North Carolina (Southeast Raleigh is ranked 184th, while Millbrook is ranked 372nd).
