Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Flomaton). Everything went their way against the Northview Chiefs on Thursday as the Flomaton Hurricanes made off with a 71-47 victory. The win was some much needed relief for the Hurricanes as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Flomaton's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Zay French led the charge by scoring 15 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Zykenzie Martin, who had 14 points.
Despite the loss, Northview had strong showings from Caleb Levins, who went 8 for 18 en route to 15 points plus two steals, and Kayden Samelson, who almost dropped a double-double on nine points and ten rebounds. Levins is on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed two or more in the last three games he's played. Another player making a difference was Bryson Orso, who scored three points along with two blocks.
Flomaton's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Northview, their defeat was their tenth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 2-4.
Flomaton and Excel will face off at 7:30 p.m. on Friday without much rest after finishing up games yesterday. As for Northview, they won't have much time to rest: their next game is against Pensacola Catholic at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Pensacola Catholic's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last five contests.
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