The Eau Claire Shamrocks had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They had just enough and edged Fairfield Central out 44-41. That's another feather in the cap for Eau Claire, who also won these teams' last head-to-head.
Eau Claire was led to victory by Asa Price and Aden Price. Price scored 14 points along with four steals, while Price scored 11 points along with four steals. Aric Hicks was another key contributor, scoring seven points along with three steals.
Eau Claire's win ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-16. As for Fairfield Central, they have not been sharp recently as the team's lost seven of their last nine contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-17 record this season.
Eau Claire will look to defend their home court on Tuesday against the Capitals at 7:30 p.m. The matchup should be an exciting one, as these teams are closely ranked in South Carolina (Columbia is ranked 191st, while the Shamrocks are ranked 186th). As for Fairfield Central, they will head out on the road to take on the Raiders at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.