While Cumberland didn't have the best season last year (they finished 6-12), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past. They put the hurt on the Nottoway Cougars with a sharp 48-26 win on Tuesday. That's more bragging rights for the Dukes, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Nottoway's loss came despite strong showings from Anna Lee and Promise Tracy. Lee almost dropped a double-double on ten points and nine rebounds, while Tracy posted nine points and five steals. Tracy is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least five every time she's taken the court this season. Jayden Banks was another key player, putting up five points.
Dukes
| 12/10/24 vs Nottoway | 48-26 |
| 12/09/24 @ Charles City | 52-39 |
| 12/07/24 vs Franklin | 69-15 |
| 12/06/24 @ Randolph-Henry | 26-22 |
The victory (which was Cumberland's fourth in a row) raised their record to 4-1. Those victories came thanks to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 25.5 points per game. As for Nottoway, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 2-1.
Cumberland will look to defend their home court on Friday against Charles City at 6:00 p.m. As for Nottoway, they are taking a road trip to take on Buckingham at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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