The Providence Grove Patriots won the last time they faced the Eastern Randolph Wildcats, and things went their way on Tuesday too. Providence Grove walked away with a 53-43 win over Eastern Randolph.
Providence Grove's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from JADA NIXON, who scored 21 points. As a matter of fact, that's the most points NIXON has scored all season. BROOKE INGRAM was another key contributor, scoring 11 points along with six rebounds and two steals.
Eastern Randolph's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Kenly Whitaker, who dropped a double-double on 12 points and ten rebounds. Whitaker has been hot recently, having posted eight or more rebounds the last three times she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Mirianna Corea, who dropped a double-double on 12 points and 12 rebounds.
Providence Grove's win bumped their record up to 13-10. As for Eastern Randolph, their defeat was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 4-19.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Providence Grove will square off against Wheatmore at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The matchup should be an exciting one, as these teams are closely ranked in North Carolina (Wheatmore is ranked 261st, while Providence Grove is ranked 271st). As for Eastern Randolph, they will head out on the road to square off against Trinity at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Eastern Randolph is facing Trinity at the right time seeing as Trinity is stuck on a 23-game losing streak.
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