The Mathews High School girls’ varsity basketball team rounded out a busy week of action with four victories to remain undefeated. The busy schedule has the Devils sitting with a record of 7-0, completing all seven games in less than two weeks.

Mathews started the week at Lancaster, defeating the Red Devils last Thursday, 51-44, in a close contest. Savanna Wooten led the Blue Devils with 20 points; Hallie Duncan and Harley Haydon added 12 points each, followed by Maria Spadaccini with four, Mariah Robinson with two and Yolanda Fells with one point. In trademark fashion, the Lady Blue Devils played great team defense to defeat the home team.

The following night, the Lady Blue Devils traveled to Charles City. It was evident from the start of the game that the intensity from Thursday’s night contest was not there as the Lady Panthers broke out to a 16-13 halftime lead over the favored Mathews squad. After a few halftime adjustments and locker room encouragement, the visiting...