Fletcher had to kick off their season on the road on Tuesday, but they showed no ill effects. They came out on top against the Yulee Hornets by a score of 53-43. That's more bragging rights for the Senators, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
DJ Rivera had an outrageously good game as he earned 24 points along with five rebounds and two steals. McCarthy Crenshaw was another key player, almost dropping a double-double on nine points and 11 rebounds.
Yulee's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Ben Newby, who posted 11 points along with two steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Jycere Richardson, who had six points along with seven rebounds and four blocks.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Fletcher will be defending their home-court for the first time this season they go up against Ribault at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Yulee, they will take on Parker at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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