Mount Olive hasn't had much luck against Salem recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. The Mount Olive Pirates are taking a road trip to square off against the Salem Wildcats at 6:00 p.m.
Mount Olive is leaving town to face Salem after disappointing their home crowd in their season opener. Mount Olive had to suffer through a 47-8 loss at the hands of Richton. The Pirates just can't catch a break and have now endured five defeats in a row dating back to last season.
Meanwhile, Salem can finally bid farewell to their five-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Monday. They enjoyed a cozy 42-28 win over Woodlawn Prep. The Wildcats' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Kira Bridges went supernova for Salem, dropping a double-double on 23 points and 13 rebounds. That makes it three consecutive games in which Bridges has scored at least a third of Salem's points. The team also got some help courtesy of Nykesheanna Fortenberry, who posted seven points in addition to two blocks.
Salem smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 18 offensive rebounds. That's the most offensive rebounds they've managed all season.
Everything came up roses for Mount Olive against Salem in their previous meeting back in December of 2019, as the team secured a 52-22 victory. One of the biggest obstacles trying to stand in the way of that victory was Salem's Shatyra Mckelphin, who went 5 for 7 en route to 10 points plus six blocks. Now that she won't be playing on Tuesday, will it be easier for Mount Olive to walk away with another win? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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