The Carey Panthers had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They came out on top against Glenns Ferry by a score of 66-56 on Friday. With that win, Carey brought their scoring average up to 51.1 points per game.
Carey's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Preston Wood, who scored 22 points along with nine rebounds and three steals. Wood is on a roll when it comes to points, as he's now scored 15 or more in the last five games he's played. Another player making a difference was Owen Parke, who scored 16 points along with two steals.
The victory got Carey back to even at 7-7. As for Glenns Ferry, they have been struggling recently, as they've lost four of their last five games, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-5 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Carey will face off against Valley at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Valley will be looking to extend their current five-game winning streak. As for Glenns Ferry, they will head out on the road to challenge Oakley at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. The matchup should be an exciting one, as these teams are ranked near one another in Idaho (Oakley is ranked 70th, while Glenns Ferry is ranked 93rd).
