Kinston JV Girls Earn First Win With Dominant Defensive Performance Against Clinton

Kinston JV Girls Earn First Win With Dominant Defensive Performance Against Clinton

Information submitted by Coach Shonda Hines

Kinston JV Girls secured its first win of the season with a 43–18 victory over Clinton, using defensive pressure and balanced scoring to take full control of the matchup.

The Vikings’ guard play dictated the game on both ends. Chanel Forbes and M’Kayla Jones turned defense into instant offense, each collecting 7 steals to disrupt every Clinton possession. Forbes also matched Kinston’s scoring lead with 9 points, including the Vikings’ only three-pointer of the night.

Khylei Brown also finished with 9 points, setting the tone early as Kinston built its advantage. Keyvonna Shacklefordcontributed 6 points, Leilani Echols added 4, Jervonna Shackleford scored 3, and Ni’jeria Davis added 3 points while leading the team with 6 rebounds, 2 assists, and 4 steals.

Kinston controlled the scoreboard from the start, producing 21 points in the first quarter and adding 19 more in the second for a 40–5 halftime lead. With the margin in hand, a running clock in the second half helped close out the 25-point victory.

Clinton’s scoring came from four players. J. Smith hit the Dark Horses’ only three-pointer and finished with 4 points. J. Tank and Wilson each added 4, with Wilson scoring two key baskets late. #10 Tann scored 3 points. Clinton’s quarter-by-quarter totals were 1, 4, 7, and 6.

Kinston will look to carry the momentum into its next matchup on Nov. 20, when the Vikings host Jacksonville.