Basketball Recap: Brunswick Comes Up Short

Brunswick has been a dominant force so far, but they're in the middle of a mini-slump at the moment. They were three points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 66-63 heartbreaker at the hands of the Camden County Wildcats. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Pirates have suffered since January 5, 2024.

When it comes to explaining why Brunswick lost on Tuesday, don't look at Reagan Hicks. Despite the final result, she dropped a double-double on 21 points and ten rebounds. Hicks has become a key player for Brunswick: the team is 10-2 when she posts at least eight boards, but 2-3 otherwise. Martin Davis was another key player, putting up 13 points and five steals.

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Previous 2 Games

01/14/25 vs Camden County	63-66
01/11/25 vs Bradwell Institute	44-61

Even though they lost, Brunswick smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 15 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 11 offensive boards in 20 consecutive matches dating back to last season.

Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Camden County to victory, but perhaps none more so than Lea'Nah Parrish, who went 7 for 16 on her way to 19 points along with six rebounds and three blocks. That's the most blocks Parrish has posted since back in November of 2024. Another player making a difference was Mahliya Reeder, who went 6 of 12 en route to 14 points in addition to six assists and three steals.

Brunswick's loss dropped their record down to 12-5. As for Camden County, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 13-5.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Brunswick will head out to square off against Beach at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Beach has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last four games. As for Camden County, they will venture away from home to take on Lowndes at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Lowndes will roll in looking for their 13th straight win, something Camden County surely won't give up without a fight.