Smithfield-Selma was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They had to suffer through a 71-10 loss at the hands of the Fike Demons. While losing is never fun, the Spartans can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina basketball rankings (they are ranked 564th, while the Demons are ranked 59th).
Fike's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Jewel Brewington led the charge by going 10 of 16 on her way to 21 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Jamaria Freeman, who went 10 for 17 on her way to 21 points and five rebounds.
Smithfield-Selma's loss dropped their record down to 1-9. As for Fike, the win keeps them at an undefeated 11-0.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Smithfield-Selma will challenge West Johnston at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Fike, they will face off against C.B. Aycock at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. One thing working in Fike's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last six matchups.
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