The West Johnston Wildcats's game last Wednesday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They took down Smithfield-Selma 65-46. That looming 65-46 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for West Johnston yet this season.
Caden Horay was his usual excellent self, scoring 22 points along with five assists and three steals. William Moore was another key contributor, dropping a double-double on 12 points and 11 rebounds.
West Johnston's win ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 6-8. As for Smithfield-Selma, they bumped their record down to 2-9 with that defeat, which was their 17th straight on the road dating back to last season.
West Johnston will be playing in front of their home fans against C.B. Aycock at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. C.B. Aycock has been dominant on offense recently, as they've racked up an incredible 319 points over their last five contests. Smithfield-Selma's road trip will continue as they head out to face Southern Wayne at 7:30 p.m. on January 16th.