The Emmanuel Christian Warriors were beaten by the Ariton Purple Cats 77-10 on Tuesday. While losing is never fun, the Warriors can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Alabama basketball rankings (they are ranked 776th, while the Purple Cats are ranked 153rd).
Ariton's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Grant Jones, who posted 11 points and three steals. Conner Davidson was another key player, putting up seven points in addition to five boards and three steals.
Emmanuel Christian's loss dropped their record down to 0-12. As for Ariton, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 9-2.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Emmanuel Christian will venture away from home to take on Vernon at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Warriors will be up against the Yellowjackets' rather soft defense (which has allowed 61.89 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Ariton, they are taking a road trip to challenge Slocomb at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Purple Cats are facing the Red Tops at the right time seeing as the Red Tops are stuck on a five-game losing streak.
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