While North East Carolina Prep didn't have the best season last year (they finished 4-19), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past. They pulled ahead with a 55-54 photo finish over the Perquimans Pirates on Friday. This was payback for the Husky, who suffered a 59-48 loss the last time these two teams met.
North East Carolina Prep's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Jaylon Harris, who went 7 for 12 on his way to 21 points in addition to seven boards and four steals. Harris is on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed two or more in the last five games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Chadwick Barnes, who dropped a double-double on 12 points and 14 rebounds.
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North East Carolina Prep smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 16 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive rebounds in 33 consecutive matches dating back to last season.
Despite the defeat, Perquimans had strong showings from Xavier Spellman, who posted 17 points and five rebounds, and Nyquan Riddick, who put up 15 points and three steals. That's the most points Spellman has posted since back in January of 2024. Parker Nixon was another key player, putting up eight points and six rebounds.
North East Carolina Prep's win was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 8-2. As for Perquimans, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-9.
North East Carolina Prep wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 67-48 victory against Hobgood Charter on the 7th. As for Perquimans, they also didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next game, a 73-46 loss against Washington County on the 7th.
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