The Hedgesville Eagles had to endure a six-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They took their matchup at home on Wednesday with ease, bagging a 51-18 victory over St. James. The victory was just what Hedgesville needed coming off of a 46-26 defeat in their prior game.
Hedgesville found their leader in underclassman Gracie Brown, who almost dropped a double-double on 20 points and nine rebounds. Brown hasn't dropped below eight rebounds for three straight games. Another player making a difference was Kaylee Sinclair, who scored eight points along with six assists and three steals.
Hedgesville's win ended a 11-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 6-12. As for St. James, they have been struggling recently as they've lost ten of their last 11 games, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-16 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Hedgesville won't have much time to rest: their next game is against Martinsburg at 7:00 p.m. on February 8th. The timing is sure in Martinsburg's favor as the squad sits on six straight wins at home while Hedgesville has been banged up by three consecutive losses on the road. As for St. James, they will square off against Governor Thomas Johnson at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
