Ezekiel Harry and Jacob Ortega secure win for Carson

By Team Reports Feb 18, 2024, 1:29pm

Recap: Carson Colts vs. Franklin Panthers

It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but the Carson Colts had no problem doing just that on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 88-65 margin over the Panthers. Having run the score up that high, both teams might be doing some extra defensive drills very soon.

Leading Carson to victory were Ezekiel Harry and Jacob Ortega. Harry scored 24 points, while Ortega scored 38 points. Ortega is on a roll when it comes to points, as he's now scored 17 or more in the last ten games he's played. Curtis Sproull Jr. was another key contributor, scoring seven points.

Carson has been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight matches, which provided a massive bump to their 13-16 record this season. As for Franklin, their loss dropped their record down to 16-12.

Carson's road trip will continue as they head out to face Jordan at 6:00 p.m. on February 23rd. Jordan will roll in looking for their 18th straight victory, something Carson surely won't give up without a fight. Franklin does not have any more games scheduled as of now.

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