Manteo was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They were beaten by the Hertford County Bears 85-46. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Redskins have suffered since February 20, 2024.
Manteo's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Zay Banks, who posted 12 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Taylor Granitzki, who scored 11 points.
Leading Hertford County to victory were Rimiez Williams and Shimere Garris. Williams went 13 of 21 en route to 30 points along with seven steals and five assists, while Garris dropped a double-double on 24 points and 11 boards. The game was Williams' fourth in a row with at least ten points. Another player making a difference was Remelo Roberston, who put up eight points and five rebounds.
Manteo's defeat dropped their record down to 5-5. As for Hertford County, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 4-8.
Coincidentally, both will both be playing Holmes the next time they take the court. Manteo will head out to face Holmes at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, while Hertford County will head out to face them at 7:30 p.m. on January 24th.
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