The Bertie Falcons will challenge the Gates County Red Barons at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Bertie's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last five matches.
Bertie picked up another tournament win on Saturday. They took down Roanoke Rapids 69-50.
| 12/28/24 vs Roanoke Rapids | 26 |
| 12/27/24 vs Northeastern | 20 |
| 12/21/24 vs Northampton County | 20 |
| 12/06/24 vs Pasquotank County | 14 |
| 12/20/24 vs Holmes | 5 |
Bertie had a senior duo take command as Tayvien Ward went 10 for 20 on his way to 26 points and three steals and Zymiere Dempsey almost dropped a double-double on 15 points and nine assists. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Ward has scored all season. Rahmeek Outlaw was another key player, going 5 of 10 on his way to 12 points along with six boards and three steals.
Bertie smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 16 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 11 offensive rebounds in three consecutive contests.
Meanwhile, Gates County was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They took a 54-43 hit to the loss column at the hands of Roanoke Rapids.
Gates County's defeat dropped their record down to 2-6. As for Bertie, their win bumped their record up to 2-5.
Everything came up roses for Bertie against Gates County in their previous meeting back in February, as the squad secured a 79-24 victory. In that game, Bertie amassed a halftime lead of 36-12, an impressive feat they'll look to repeat on Friday.
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