The Stivers School for the Arts Tigers had to endure a six-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They enjoyed a cozy 65-46 win over Franklin Heights on Thursday. For those curious, yes, that was the biggest victory Stivers School for the Arts has managed all season.
Stivers School for the Arts' win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Amaury Hawes, who scored 13 points along with eight assists and six rebounds. That's the first time this season that Hawes posted eight or more assists. Another player making a difference was Keith Davenport, who scored 14 points along with eight rebounds and three steals.
Stivers School for the Arts' victory ended a nine-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-6. As for Franklin Heights, they bumped their record down to 1-7 with that defeat, which was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Stivers School for the Arts will take on Meadowdale at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Franklin Heights will finish 2023 at home by hosting Grove City at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday. Grove City is strutting with some offensive muscle, as they've averaged 59.4 points per game.
