Ardrey Kell unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They lost to the South Mecklenburg Sabres at home by a 71-57 margin on Friday. Sadly, the loss continues a streak the team started last season, making it four in a row.
Ardrey Kell's loss came despite strong showings from Braden Suggs and Matthew Craft. Suggs went 9-for-21 to rack up 20 points, while Craft shot 45% from the field on his way to 14 points and five assists. The team also got some help courtesy of Jayden Washington, who posted five points and seven rebounds.
Leading South Mecklenburg to victory were Ben Houpt and Jim Gatehouse. Houpt shot 70% from the field en route to 24 points, while Gatehouse dropped a double-double with 18 points and 11 boards. Those 11 rebounds gave Gatehouse a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Connor Yet, who went 5-for-6 on his way to 10 points.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Ardrey Kell will host Cuthbertson at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for South Mecklenburg, they will be playing in front of their home fans against East Mecklenburg at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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