The Louisburg Warriors will head out on the road to square off against the Franklinton Red Rams at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Both were dealt some close losses in their previous games and are determined not to let this one get away.
Last Tuesday, Louisburg didn't have quite enough to beat Vance County and fell 46-44.
Despite their loss, Louisburg saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Micheal McLean, who went 9 for 15 on his way to 19 points in addition to six rebounds and five blocks, was perhaps the best of all. The team also got some help courtesy of Luke Sheldon, who posted 11 points along with eight boards and three steals.
Meanwhile, Franklinton didn't have quite enough to beat Person on Tuesday and fell 48-45. While losing is never fun, the Red Rams can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' North Carolina basketball rankings (they are ranked 111th, while the Rockets are ranked 31st).
Franklinton's defeat dropped their record down to 4-3. As for Louisburg, they now have a losing record at 2-3.
Things could have been worse for Louisburg, but things could have been a whole lot better as they took a 69-52 loss to Franklinton in their previous matchup back in February of 2023. Can Louisburg avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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