Cape Hatteras 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 Croatan Cougars 52-25. That makes it the first time this season the Hurricanes have let down their home crowd.
Cape Hatteras' defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Paizley Schultz, who posted ten points in addition to six rebounds. Another player making a difference was Gabby Baker, who earned five points in addition to six rebounds and two steals.
Croatan was led to victory by Neely McMannen and Layla Shearin. McMannen went 7 for 16 en route to 18 points plus seven steals and five assists, while Shearin had 11 points plus seven assists and seven steals. McMannen is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least three every time she's taken the court this season. Hannah Buchan was another key player, earning seven points plus six rebounds and four steals.
Cape Hatteras' loss ended a five-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 2-4. As for Croatan, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Cape Hatteras will welcome Northeast Academy For Aerospace and Advanced Tech at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Croatan, they will venture away from home to challenge Southwest Onslow at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Croatan is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 50.2 points per game this season.
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