SouthWest Edgecombe was the 54-51 winner over Greene Central when they last played one another back in January, but their luck changed this time around. The Cougars took a 49-45 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Rams on Tuesday. Cougars fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team has lost against the Rams since Tuesday.
Alijah Lassiter
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SouthWest Edgecombe's defeat came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Alijah Lassiter, who posted 11 points. Lassiter has been hot recently, having also posted two or more steals the last three times he's played. Another player making a difference was Justin Bridgers, who put up seven points and five boards.
Greene Central got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Josh Cetnar out in front who scored ten points and eight rebounds. Thanks to that strong game, Cetnar now owns an excellent 45.7% shooting accuracy. Deitrich Williams was another key player, putting up ten points and three steals.
SouthWest Edgecombe's loss dropped their record down to 1-1. As for Greene Central, the win keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. SouthWest Edgecombe will venture away from home to face off against Nash Central at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Cougars will be up against the Bulldogs' rather soft defense (which has allowed 67.75 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Greene Central, they are taking a road trip to square off against North Pitt at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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