Shelter Island unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They fell 48-36 to the Smithtown Christian Knights on Monday. The Islanders just can't catch a break and have now endured 11 losses in a row dating back to last season.
Shelter Island's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Harrison Weslek, who dropped a double-double on 17 points and ten rebounds, and Evan Weslek, who posted 13 points in addition to six rebounds and three blocks. Another player making a difference was Ari Waife, who had four points.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Shelter Island will square off against Ross at 5:45 p.m. on Friday. As for Smithtown Christian, they will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Shelter Island at 6:15 p.m. on January 13, 2025.
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