Windsor Forest was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat dating back to last season. They were four points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 45-41 heartbreaker at the hands of the Effingham County Rebels. The Knights were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Rebels apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in November of 2018.
Effingham County's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Noah Reese led the charge by putting up four points in addition to eight rebounds and four steals. That's the most steals Reese has posted since back in January. Another player making a difference was Jordan Drayton, who scored six points.
Windsor Forest's defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Effingham County, their record is now 2-3.
Windsor Forest will get a bit of extra time to process the loss as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Jenkins at 7:30 p.m. on the 5th. The contest will give the Knights their first taste of in-conference action this season. As for Effingham County, they will be playing at home against Glynn Academy at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Rebels' defense better be ready for this one: the Terrors have averaged an impressive 58 points per game this season.
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