NCSSM: Morganton was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They were dealt an 84-37 defeat at the hands of the Avery County Vikings. The Dragons lost against the Vikings in their previous head to head back in January, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 69-66 score last time.
Avery County was led to victory by Oak Markland and Hank Johnson. Markland went 8 for 11 en route to 22 points plus five assists and three steals, while Johnson went 10 for 21 en route to 20 points plus six rebounds. Cain Hart was another key player, going 5 for 9 en route to 10 points plus two steals.
NCSSM: Morganton's loss dropped their record down to 1-5.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. NCSSM: Morganton will face off against Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Avery County, they will take on McDowell at 8:00 p.m. on Friday.
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