Cape Hatteras is 4-0 against Hobgood Charter since January of 2023, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Wednesday. Having just played yesterday, the Cape Hatteras Hurricanes will get right back to it and host the Hobgood Charter Raiders at 5:00 p.m. on February 21st. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.
Cape Hatteras came tearing into Tuesday's match with three straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 25 points) and they left with even more momentum. They breezed by Ocracoke on the road to the tune of 65-4. That looming 65-4 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for Cape Hatteras yet this season.
Cape Hatteras' win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Paizley Schultz, who scored 17 points along with five rebounds and three steals. Abby O'Neal was another key contributor, almost dropping a double-double on 14 points and nine rebounds.
Meanwhile, Hobgood Charter scored the most points they've had all season to find success on Monday. They simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat Ocracoke 59-19 on the road. With Hobgood Charter ahead 31-6 at the half, the game was all but over already.
Janiya Blanding had an outrageously good game as she scored 21 points along with seven assists. Another player making a difference was Lilli Braddy, who dropped a double-double on 11 points and 11 rebounds.
Cape Hatteras has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won eight of their last nine matches, which provided a massive bump to their 15-7 record this season. As for Hobgood Charter, their victory bumped their record up to 8-9.
This contest is one where the number of possessions is likely to be a big factor: Cape Hatteras have been smashing the glass this season, having averaged 33.4 rebounds per game. However, it's not like Hobgood Charter struggles in that department as they've been averaging 24 rebounds per game. Given these competing strengths, it'll be interesting to see how their clash plays out.
Cape Hatteras strolled past Hobgood Charter when the teams last played on Thursday by a score of 52-38. Does Cape Hatteras have another victory up their sleeve, or will Hobgood Charter turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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