East Robertson's game last Tuesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They walked away with a 49-41 win over the Merrol Hyde Magnet Hawks. The Indians' offense checked out after the first half but had enough points banked to take the game anyway.
Despite the loss, Merrol Hyde Magnet had strong showings from Sam Mullins, who posted 14 points and three steals, and Kaleb Potter, who scored eight points and six boards. Mullins is on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed two or more in the last four games he's played. Another player making a difference was Harrison Gill, who had seven points.
Indians
| 01/17/25 @ Merrol Hyde Magnet | 49-41 |
| 01/14/25 @ White House-Heritage | 38-58 |
| 01/07/25 vs Liberty Creek | 37-61 |
| 12/30/24 vs Lakeland Preparatory | 73-54 |
| 12/27/24 vs Russellville | 48-63 |
East Robertson's victory ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 2-9. As for Merrol Hyde Magnet, their defeat ended a six-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 10-5.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. East Robertson will host Jo Byrns at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Merrol Hyde Magnet, they will be playing at home against Liberty Creek at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Merrol Hyde Magnet is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 57.6 points per game this season.
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