Second-seeded South Lenoir was upset by No. 7 Swansboro, 48-43, in the opening round of the East Central 2A Conference tournament on Tuesday.
Heather West scored 13 points, Demeyia Adams had 13 points and 12 rebounds, Marquia Suddeth had 15 rebounds and Hanna Meready added seven points for the Blue Devils (17-5).
Swansboro (6-18) advances to face No. 3 East Duplin, which defeated 46-44, in a semifinal game on Thursday.
The Blue Devils will open the NCHSAA state 2A playoffs next week.
Other area scores:
BOYS
Ayden-Grifton 75, North Duplin 28
GIRLS
Jones Senior 48, East Carteret 36