The Gates County Red Barons scored the most points they've had all season to find success on Friday. They claimed a resounding 62-21 victory over Bertie at home. The result was nothing new for Gates County, who have now won five matches by 27 points or more so far this season.
Gates County's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Kyndall Banks led the charge by scoring 13 points along with seven steals. Banks is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in the last nine games she's played. Another player making a difference was Semiyah Saunders, who scored 13 points along with five steals.
Gates County is on a roll lately: they've won eight of their last nine games, which provided a nice bump to their 10-2 record this season. As for Bertie, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-5.
Gates County will head out on the road to face off against Tarboro at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Bertie, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Martin County at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Martin County is coming into the matchup on a four-game losing streak.
