Basketball Recap: Mantachie Comes Up Short

By Team Reports Nov 16, 2024, 6:33pm

Basketball Recap: Mantachie Mustangs vs. Simmons Blue Devils

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Mantachie was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat dating back to last season. They were outmatched by the Simmons Blue Devils on the road and fell 55-19. The Mustangs were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 35-9.

Simmons was led to victory by Akiah Prince and Moesha Hoskins. Prince almost dropped a triple-double on 15 points, ten rebounds, and nine steals, while Hoskins went 9 for 13 en route to 21 points plus three steals. What's more, Hoskins also posted a 60% three-point shooting accuracy, which is the highest she's posted since back in January. Vontasia Rush was another key player, posting eight points plus three steals.

Mantachie's loss dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Simmons, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 3-0.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mantachie will face off against Aberdeen at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Aberdeen is coming into the match with three straight defeats on the road, meaning Mantachie will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory. As for Simmons, they will take on Humphreys County at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.

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