Strom Thurmond extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping them down to 1-3. They lost to the South Aiken Thoroughbreds at home by a 49-33 margin. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Thoroughbreds this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 72-29 on Tuesday.
Despite the loss, Strom Thurmond still got an impressive performance from AJ Walker, who posted 14 points and eight rebounds. Je'Vae Richardson was another key player, putting up six points and four steals.
As for South Aiken, the win was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 4-2. Those 49 points were actually the fewest they have put up all season, but given the result they're probably not too concerned.
Ray Harris had a dynamite game, almost dropping a double-double with 18 points and nine boards. He is also on a roll when it comes to field goal percentage, as he's posted one of at least 46% in the last three games he's played. Another player making a difference was Kyson McLeod, who earned eight points and 12 rebounds.
Coming up, Strom Thurmond is taking a road trip to square off against Mid-Carolina at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Strom Thurmond's defense better be ready for this one: Mid-Carolina has averaged an impressive 53.6 points per game this season. As for South Aiken, they will be playing at home against Silver Bluff at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Thoroughbreds will need to watch out since the Bulldogs have now posted at least 55 points in their last three games.
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