Whale Branch’s girls held off a second-half charge from visiting Ridgeland-Hardeeville for a 57-45 victory Friday.
Zhani Thompson poured in 25 points, including 10 in the fourth quarter, to lead the Warriors. Kynew Barnwell added 14 points, and TreNasia Watson contributed 10.
Lexi Polite scored 16 to lead the Jaguars.
Whale Branch (2-1) travels to Beaufort High next Friday. The Jaguars (0-4) host Beaufort High on Tuesday.