2025-26 7th GB Nov 18

2025-26 Forsyth County Middle School Basketball Week 2

There were three dominant performances in Week 1 action. Riverwatch (1–0) delivered the most impressive result of the night, scoring 40 points while holding DeSana (0–1) to just 9 — the only single-digit team total across all games. The Panthers controlled the middle two quarters in overwhelming fashion, outscoring the Dragons 26–4 during that stretch.

Little Mill (1–0) and North Forsyth (1–0) also secured convincing double-digit victories in their matchups against Vickery Creek (0–1) and Piney Grove (0–1), respectively. Hendricks and South Forsyth joined them in the win column, each starting their seasons 1–0.

Now attention turns to Day 2 of the regular season. Lakeside opens its 2025–26 campaign by hosting Hendricks in an early-season showdown between two perennial powers in Forsyth County girls basketball. Meanwhile, Piney Grove will use its bye week to regroup and refocus following their opening-night loss to North Forsyth.

Featured Matchup

North Forsyth (1-0) @ Little Mill (1-0)

Date: Tuesday, November 18 | Tipoff: 5:30 PM

This matchup is the only Day 2 showdown featuring two undefeated teams, as both North Forsyth (1–0) and Little Mill (1–0) rolled to dominant Week 1 victories. North Forsyth cruised past Piney Grove 34–13, while Little Mill handled Vickery Creek 36–16.

With both teams posting nearly identical stat lines, this matchup quickly becomes one of the early indicators of who may emerge as a legitimate championship contender. Each squad showcased balance in their openers — North Forsyth and Little Mill finished with the second- and third-highest point totals in Week 1, while also recording the second- and third-fewest points allowed. Offensive execution and defensive pressure were strengths for both teams, heightening the intrigue around this Week 2 meeting.

Now, the two rivals clash with a chance to move to 2–0 — and with county bragging rights on the line, this rivalry matchup carries meaningful early-season implications.

Other Matchups

Hendricks (1-0) kicked off their 2025-26 campaign with a 27-24 victory over Otwell. The Hawks did most of their damage in the first half, building a commanding 16-3 lead at the break. The Bulldogs flipped the script in the second half but it wasn't quite enough to get the comeback victory.

Lakeside (0-0) had a bye in Week 1, giving the Lions extra practice time to fine-tune their game. While a week off can be beneficial for preparation, nothing can fully replicate the intensity of facing another opponent. This matchup will be an early test for both teams as Hendricks looks to improve to 2-0 and Lakeside aims to find their rhythm in the season opener.

South Forsyth (1–0) jumped out to an 11–0 first-quarter lead and never looked back in their win over Liberty. The Eagles controlled the game from start to finish, only being outscored in the fourth quarter when the outcome was already well in hand.

Otwell (0–1) fell behind Hendricks 16–3 at halftime before nearly pulling off an impressive comeback. The Bulldogs outscored the Hawks 21–11 in the second half, showing resilience and fight, but ultimately ran out of time. This game will provide an opportunity to show whether the Bulldogs’ strong second half in Week 1 can carry over against a high-caliber opponent like South Forsyth.

DeSana (0-1) was on the receiving end of an offensive explosion in Week 1 and also had a tough time getting the ball in the basket, falling to Riverwatch in a lopsided game. The Vipers opened their campaign with a tough loss to Little Mill, losing by 20 points.

Both teams enter Week 2 with a number of question marks and are eager to move past their defeats in the previous week. With both losses coming by 20+ points, this matchup will serve as an early test of resilience, determination, and focus. Fans will be watching closely to see which team can bounce back quickest, regain confidence, and lay the foundation for a successful 2025-26 season.

Riverwatch (1-0) kicked off the season with an impressive 40-9 victory over DeSana, showing balance, scoring depth, and strong execution on both ends of the court. The Panthers’ offense was firing on all cylinders, making them one of the early teams to watch in the county.

Liberty (0-1) struggled out of the gate against South Forsyth, falling behind by 11 points in the first quarter. The Patriots face another tough challenge as they go up against Riverwatch, marking the start of a difficult stretch against two of the county’s top teams. Liberty will look to get off to a better start while Riverwatch tries to back up their Week 1 performance.

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