Eureka Springs 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 Lead Hill Tigers on Thursday, falling 61-37. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it four in a row.
Lead Hill's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Noah Royce led the charge by putting up 16 points along with eight rebounds and five steals. The contest was Royce's fourth in a row with at least 15 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Brett Arnold, who went 6-for-13 on his way to 14 points in addition to five boards and four steals.
Lead Hill's victory was their tenth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 4-0.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Eureka Springs will challenge Mountain Home Christian Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Lead Hill, they will square off against Timbo at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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