While Polytech didn't have the best season last year (they finished 6-14), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past. They put the hurt on the Salisbury Dragons with a sharp 47-21 victory on Friday. The match marked the Panthers' most dominant win of the season so far.
Polytech's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Saniya Skinner led the charge by putting up 16 points in addition to six boards and six steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Sierra Henry, who posted ten points along with seven steals and six rebounds.
When it comes to explaining why Salisbury lost, don't look at Kayleigh DeMarco. Despite the final result, she scored six points and eight boards. Trinty Hudson also deserves some recognition as she posted her first assist of the season.
Panthers
| 01/17/25 @ Salisbury | 47-21 |
| 01/14/25 @ Caesar Rodney | 58-51 |
| 12/19/24 @ Dover | 38-36 |
| 12/17/24 @ Sussex Tech | 65-45 |
| 12/10/24 @ Milford | 51-27 |
| + 2 more games |
Polytech's victory was their seventh straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 7-1. As for Salisbury, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 3-6.
Polytech has already played their next contest, a 48-47 win against Dover on the 21st. As for Salisbury, they will square off against The Gunston School at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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