Wando is 0-3 against Carolina Forest since February of 2020 but things could change on Friday. The Warriors will be playing at home against the Panthers at 7:30 p.m. Wando has given up an average of 52.6 points per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
On Wednesday, Wando came up short against Philip Simmons and fell 60-52.
Sully Templeton
| 12/03/25 @ Philip Simmons | 50% |
| 11/26/25 @ River Bluff | 56% |
| 11/25/25 vs White Knoll | 50% |
| 11/24/25 @ Chapin | 69% |
Despite the loss, Wando had strong showings from Connor Corrigan, who went 8-for-15 en route to 17 points and three steals, and Sully Templeton, who shot 50% from the field to rack up 14 points and six boards. Templeton is on a roll when it comes to field goal percentage, as he's posted one of at least 50% in the last four games he's played. Another player making a difference was Jahmari Malone, who shot 42% from the field on his way to 10 points.
Meanwhile, winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Carolina Forest). They took their matchup on Tuesday with ease, bagging a 78-49 win over Christian Academy. The Panthers haven't had any issues with the Saints recently, as the game was their fifth consecutive victory against them.
Carolina Forest found their leader in sophomore JJ Gray, who dropped a double-double with 30 points and ten rebounds. Kade Taylor was another key player, putting up ten points along with seven boards and three steals.
Carolina Forest was working as a unit and finished the game with 13 assists. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Christian Academy only racked up five.
Carolina Forest's win bumped their record up to 3-1. As for Wando, they now have a losing record of 2-3.
Rebounding is likely to be a big factor in this contest: Wando has been crashing the boards this season, having averaged 28.6 rebounds per game. However, it's not like Carolina Forest struggles in that department as they've been averaging an even more impressive 33 boards. With both teams battling to corral missed shots, we'll see if one team can grab an edge.
Wando couldn't quite get it done against Carolina Forest when the teams last played back in December of 2024 as they fell 70-63. Will the Warriors have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
