The Roanoke Rapids Yellowjackets's three-game losing streak came to an end on Friday. They strolled past Bunn with points to spare, taking the game 36-19. Roanoke Rapids' offense checked out after the first half but had enough points banked to take the game anyway.
Roanoke Rapids got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Kara Baird out in front who dropped a double-double on 14 points and ten rebounds. That's the first time this season that Baird pulled down eight or more rebounds. Another player making a difference was Shaniah Daniels, who dropped a double-double on 11 points and 12 rebounds.
Roanoke Rapids' victory bumped their record up to 3-7. As for Bunn, they bumped their record down to 1-13 with that loss, which was their 15th straight on the road.
Roanoke Rapids will face off against Nash Central at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Hopefully Nash Central focused on turnovers this week since the team gave up 15 on Friday. As for Bunn, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Warren County at 5:45 p.m. on Wednesday.
