Manning's game last Tuesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They managed a 55-49 win over the Marion Swamp Foxes. This was a revenge game for the Monarchs: when they faced off against the Swamp Foxes back in January, they had to take a 56-46 loss.
Manning's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Taivon Carter led the charge by going 5 for 7 en route to 10 points in addition to eight boards and three blocks. Lovon Stevenson was another key player, putting up 12 points and seven rebounds.
Manning smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 12 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive boards in nine consecutive matchups.
Marion's defeat came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Charles White Jr, who dropped a double-double with 13 points and 14 boards. Those 14 rebounds gave White Jr a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Jameir Legette, who went 6 of 7 to rack up 14 points.
Manning's record is now 14-5. As for Marion, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests, which has put a noticeable dent in their 10-13 record this season.
Manning didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next game, a 66-58 victory against Lake City on the 11th. As for Marion, they have also already played their next matchup, a 66-56 loss against Mullins on the 8th.
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