Appomattox County fought the good fight in their overtime contest against Nelson County on Monday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell just short of the Nelson County Governors by a score of 65-63. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Raiders have suffered since January 12, 2024.
Cam Flythe
| 02/17/25 vs Nelson County | 6 |
| 01/22/25 @ Cumberland | 4 |
| 12/10/24 @ Amherst County | 3 |
| 02/07/25 vs Chatham | 2 |
| 02/04/25 @ Nelson County | 2 |
Appomattox County's loss came despite strong showings from Owen Chavis and Cam Flythe. Chavis went 8-for-14 on his way to 23 points and five boards, while Flythe went 5-for-8 to rack up 15 points in addition to eight rebounds and six assists. Those six assists gave Flythe a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Brayden Coleman, who posted 12 points.
Even though they lost, Appomattox County smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with ten offensive rebounds. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their offensive rebound total in three consecutive matches.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Nelson County to victory, but perhaps none more so than Bryce Giles, who dropped a double-double with 19 points and 11 boards. The game was Giles' seventh in a row with at least 15 points. Aiden Carter was another key player, going 6-for-13 en route to 18 points and six assists.
Appomattox County's loss dropped their record down to 12-8. As for Nelson County, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 11 of their last 12 contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 16-4 record this season.
Appomattox County wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next matchup, a 53-48 victory against Dan River on the 18th. As for Nelson County, they will be playing at home against Gretna at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Each of these teams will be fighting to keep a win streak alive as Gretna comes in on three and Nelson County on eight.
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