On Tuesday, the Grovetown Warriors came up short against the Newton Rams and fell 51-42. While losing is never fun, the Warriors can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Georgia basketball rankings (they are ranked 103rd, while the Rams are ranked 24th).
Sanai McKenzie-Watson
| 01/23/24 @ Evans | 3 |
| 01/14/25 @ Newton | 2 |
| 01/26/24 @ Glynn Academy | 2 |
| 01/20/24 @ South Effingham | 2 |
| 12/22/23 vs Butler | 2 |
Grovetown's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Sanai McKenzie-Watson, who posted nine points. What's more, McKenzie-Watson also racked up two blocks, the most she's had since back in January of 2024. Asunti Porter was another key player, putting up ten points.
Grovetown has been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five games, which put a noticeable dent in their 9-8 record this season. As for Newton, their record now sits at 13-3.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Grovetown will take on Archer at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Archer's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last four contests. As for Newton, they will challenge Rockdale County at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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