Independence and Weddington met for a duel on Wednesday where Independence couldn't get it done. The Independence Patriots were beaten by the Weddington Warriors 66-14. The Patriots were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Warriors apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in December of 2023.
Weddington got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Gabriella Walker out in front who had seven points plus six steals. Caroline Clark was another key player, going 5 for 9 en route to 14 points.
Independence's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Weddington, the victory snapped their losing streak at four games dating back to last season and leaves them with a 1-1 record.
Independence won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against Porter Ridge at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Weddington, they will head out to challenge Parkwood at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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