Manhattan had to hit the road for their first game and it wasn't the result they were hoping for. They came up short against the Life Prep Fire on Thursday, falling 65-43. Sadly, the loss continues a streak the team started last season, making it seven in a row.
Life Prep's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Marcian Pickstock, who went 7-for-11 on his way to 16 points and six rebounds. Thanks to that strong game, Pickstock now owns an excellent 47.8% shooting accuracy. The team also got some help courtesy of Quinton Rolle, Jr, who shot 58% from the field to rack up 15 points along with seven boards and three steals.
The win was the third in a row for Life Prep, bringing their record up to 8-1.
Looking ahead, Manhattan will look to takes advantage of their home court for the first time this season as they takes on Salina Central at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Life Prep, they will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Boonville at 2:00 p.m. on the 27th.
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