Purnell Swett was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They received a blow as they fell 51-32 to the Cape Fear Colts. Sadly, that's the second time they've come up short against the Rams this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 58-35 on January 3rd.
Leading Cape Fear to victory were Elisabeth Kirkland and Shanel Sutton. Kirkland went 8 for 20 en route to 21 points along with six boards and three steals, while Sutton went 5 of 11 on her way to 12 points in addition to four steals and three blocks. Sutton is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least two every time she's taken the court this season. Olivia Arnette was another key player, putting up five points and five rebounds.
Purnell Swett's defeat dropped their record down to 3-12. As for Cape Fear, their victory ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 6-7.
Purnell Swett has already played their next contest, a 73-38 loss against Lumberton on the 29th. As for Cape Fear, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next game, a 52-39 win against Douglas Byrd on the 29th.
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