SouthWest Edgecombe unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They lost 59-39 to the Rocky Mount Gryphons on Friday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Cougars of the 51-36 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in December of 2018.

A'Chonacey Mabry
| 12/05/25 vs Rocky Mount | 4 |
| 02/28/25 @ Fairmont | 3 |
| 02/25/25 vs Northwood | 7 |
| 02/14/25 vs West Craven | 3 |
| 02/12/25 vs Tarboro | 7 |
SouthWest Edgecombe's loss came despite strong showings from Kiedria Collins and A'Chonacey Mabry. Collins posted 21 points, while Mabry earned nine points in addition to six rebounds and four steals. Mabry has been hot, having posted three or more steals the last five times she's played.
Rocky Mount's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Kira Jones, who dropped a double-double with 21 points and 13 boards. What's more, Jones also posted a 75% three-point shooting accuracy, which is the highest she's achieved since back in December of 2024. Keysha Mizzell was another key player, shooting 50% from the field on her way to 18 points.
The win got Rocky Mount back to even at 1-1.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. SouthWest Edgecombe will welcome Greene Central at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Rocky Mount, they will look to take advantage of their home court for the first time this season as they take on Fike at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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