The St. Stephens Indians's five-game losing streak came to an end on Friday. They managed a 70-65 victory over Statesville. Having run the score up that high, both teams might be doing some extra defensive drills very soon.
St. Stephens' victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jonah Long, who dropped a double-double on 22 points and ten rebounds. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Long has scored all season. The team also got some help courtesy of Hayden Hillman, who scored 19 points along with five rebounds and two steals.
Statesville's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Tatum Tucker, who scored 18 points. Mekiaun Davis was another key contributor, scoring 13 points.
The victory got St. Stephens back to even at 8-8. As for Statesville, they now have a losing record at 7-8.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. St. Stephens will face off against Foard at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Foard is coming into the matchup on a three-game losing streak. Statesville will be staying on the road on Tuesday to face off against Hickory at 7:30 p.m. on January 23rd. Hickory will be coming into the matchup with an undefeated record on the line.
