Roanoke Rapids was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They came up short against the Northern Nash Knights, falling 50-29. The Yellowjackets were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Knights earlier this season, when they won 38-30.
01/31/25 @ Northern Nash | 11 |
01/29/25 vs Nash Central | 11 |
01/28/25 vs Southern Nash | 17 |
01/17/25 @ Bunn | 8 |
01/09/25 vs Southeast Halifax | 20 |
When it comes to explaining why Roanoke Rapids lost, don't look at Shaniah Daniels. Despite the final result, she posted eight points in addition to 11 boards and six blocks. Daniels is on a roll when it comes to rebounds, as she's now pulled down eight or more in the last 19 games she's played dating back to last season. Another player making a difference was Sofie Wade, who put up eight points along with eight boards and three steals.
Roanoke Rapids' loss dropped their record down to 6-9. As for Northern Nash, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 4-8.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Roanoke Rapids will head out to take on Franklinton at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Northern Nash, they will head out on the road to challenge Nash Central at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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