Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Triton). They enjoyed a cozy 57-41 victory over the South Johnston Trojans on Wednesday. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Hawks also won the last time the pair played back in November of 2023.
Triton was led to victory by Ja'Niah Smith and Nashara McNeil-Watlington. Smith went 7 for 11 en route to 18 points plus six rebounds and six steals, while McNeil-Watlington scored 18 points along with five rebounds and four steals. What's more, Smith also posted a 64% field goal percentage, which is the highest she's posted since back in December of 2023. Another player making a difference was Winter McNeil, who earned five points along with three steals.
Triton now has a winning record of 3-2. As for South Johnston, they are on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Triton will face off against E.E. Smith at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for South Johnston, they will challenge St. Pauls at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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