Greene Central Secures Crucial Win Over Southwest Edgecombe

In a pivotal conference matchup, Greene Central High School clinched a vital win against Southwest Edgecombe with a score of 56-51. This victory elevates Greene Central’s record to 9-10 overall and 4-3 in conference play, propelling them to third place in the standings. Conversely, Southwest Edgecombe now stands at a balanced 10-10 overall, with a 1-7 record in conference play.

Senior Zhamir Mack emerged as a standout performer in the game, scoring 18 points, remarkably all from three-point range. His exceptional shooting was a key factor in Greene Central’s success. Head Coach Blue Edwards praised Mack’s performance, noting, “He got into a good rhythm, he took those shots, and every one of those looked good. We needed everything he gave us tonight.”

Mez Coppedge also played a significant role, especially in the critical fourth quarter where he scored 8 of his total 10 points, demonstrating clutch performance in the game’s decisive moments.

Contributions came from other players as well, with Sam Avent adding 9 points to the team’s tally. Jalin Sutton’s impact was felt on the rebounds, scoring 8 points and ensuring vital possessions for the Rams.

Coach Edwards, reflecting on the game’s importance, stated, “It is a big win for us, we wanted to get momentum going for us tomorrow and Friday. Each day gets tougher and tougher for us.” This win is a step towards building momentum for the upcoming games, as the team looks to continue its positive trajectory.

Greene Central faces a challenging schedule ahead, with matchups against West Craven and Ayden-Grifton. These games are crucial for Greene Central as they approach the final stretch of the regular season with only five games remaining.