Basketball Preview: Fountain Central Mustangs vs. Rossville Hornets
The Fountain Central Mustangs will stay at home for another game and welcome the Rossville Hornets at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday. Fountain Central's defense has only allowed 27.2 points per game this season, so Rossville's offense will have their work cut out for them.
Rossville is facing Fountain Central at the wrong time: Fountain Central suffered their first home loss of the season on Thursday and they're likely out for redemption. They fell 46-38 to the Bronchos.
Meanwhile, Rossville didn't have too much trouble with Delphi Community last Thursday as they won 57-42.
Allie Elliot and Ava Burkle were among the main playmakers for Rossville as the former dropped a double-double on 19 points and ten rebounds and the latter scored 14 points along with eight rebounds and four steals. Autumn Pascal was another key player, earning eight points plus eight rebounds and two steals.
Rossville smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 15 offensive rebounds. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Delphi Community only pulled down eight.
Fountain Central's loss ended a five-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 3-2. As for Rossville, they pushed their record up to 1-0 with the win, which was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season.
Fountain Central came up short against Rossville when the teams last played back in November of 2023, falling 36-27. Will Fountain Central have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.
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