The Hoggard Vikings lost against the New Hanover Wildcats last Thursday, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. Hoggard took a 48-35 hit to the loss column at the hands of New Hanover. The defeat unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Hoggard in their matchups with New Hanover: they've now lost nine in a row.
When it comes to explaining why Hoggard lost, one person who can't be blamed is Malakahi West. Despite the final result, he scored 11 points along with five assists and five rebounds. Nas Session was another key contributor, scoring eight points.
New Hanover was led to victory by Nolan Billings and Rodmik Allen. Billings scored 14 points along with seven rebounds and two blocks, while Allen dropped a double-double on 17 points and ten rebounds. Allen is on a roll when it comes to points, as he's now scored 17 or more in the last three games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Parker Crittenden, who scored seven points along with two steals.
Hoggard's loss dropped their record down to 15-11. As for New Hanover, the victory for they keeps them at an undefeated 26-0.
Hoggard does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for New Hanover, they and Laney will face off at 7:30 p.m. on February 23rd without much rest after finishing up games yesterday. New Hanover is coming into the game with 14 straight wins on the road, so Laney will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum.
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