Waynesboro is preparing for their first region matchup of the season on Friday. They will venture away from home to take on the Rockbridge County Wildcats at 7:30 p.m. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the two teams posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.
Waynesboro is leaving town to face Rockbridge County after disappointing their home crowd in their season opener. The Little Giants took a 61-55 hit to the loss column at the hands of Monticello last Thursday. The Little Giants haven't had much luck with the Mustangs recently, as the team has come up short the last six times they've met.
Despite the defeat, Waynesboro had strong showings from Caiden Turner, who shot 45% from the field to rack up 13 points and three steals, and Isiash Goldsmith, who posted 17 points and five boards. Lamari Nowell was another key player, putting up six points.
Meanwhile, Rockbridge County earned a 60-52 victory over Eastern Montgomery on Thursday. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Wildcats.
Waynesboro beat Rockbridge County 56-49 in their previous meeting back in December of 2024. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Little Giants since the team won't have the home-court advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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