Middle Creek won the last time they faced Fuquay - Varina, and things went their way on Tuesday too. The Middle Creek Mustangs enjoyed a cozy 56-40 victory over the Fuquay - Varina Bengals. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Mustangs.
Middle Creek got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Yasir Hall out in front who posted 20 points in addition to seven rebounds and two steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Brittain Queen, who had 14 points plus three steals.
Middle Creek was working as a unit and finished the game with 18 assists. That's the most assists they've posted since back in December of 2023.
Fuquay - Varina's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Beckett Coon, who went 7 for 12 en route to 19 points, and Jayden Black, who posted nine points in addition to six rebounds and five steals. Another player making a difference was Abdou Diop, who earned six points.
Middle Creek's victory bumped their record up to 2-0. As for Fuquay - Varina, they are on a seven-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Middle Creek will play host again on Friday to welcome South Garner, where tip off is scheduled at 7:00 p.m. As for Fuquay - Varina, they will face off against Holly Springs at 8:00 p.m. on Friday.
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