Washington County suffered their biggest defeat since January 11, 2024 on Tuesday. They lost 51-29 to the Perquimans Pirates. While losing is never fun, the Panthers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina basketball rankings (they are ranked 263rd, while the Pirates are ranked 63rd).
Ke'Myia Young
| 01/07/25 vs Perquimans | 16 |
| 01/03/25 vs Holmes | 26 |
| 12/30/24 vs Hobgood Charter | 19 |
| 12/27/24 @ Northampton County | 24 |
| 12/21/24 vs Currituck County | 23 |
| 12/13/24 vs Pasquotank County | 17 |
Washington County's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Ke'Myia Young, who went 7 of 13 en route to 16 points. Young's evening made it six games in a row in which she has scored at least ten points. The team also got some help courtesy of Ke'Nyia Young, who posted five points and six steals.
Perquimans' win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Aryah Brown, who almost dropped a double-double on 12 points and nine boards. Another player making a difference was Crishya Sellers, who put up six points along with 16 rebounds and four steals.
Washington County's defeat ended a six-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 5-3. As for Perquimans, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 12-0.
Washington County wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next matchup, a 47-33 loss against Gates County on the 9th. As for Perquimans, they also didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next game, a 59-16 win against Tarboro on the 9th.
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