While Stanhope Elmore didn't have the best season last year (they finished 9-19), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past. They were the clear victor by a 102-79 margin over the Prattville Lions on Friday. The Mustangs' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Stanhope Elmore's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Terrance Collins, who went 12 for 17 en route to 33 points plus eight rebounds and three steals. Collins' evening made it four games in a row in which he has scored at least ten points. Kaleb Sanders was another key player, posting 20 points plus five rebounds.
Stanhope Elmore was working as a unit and finished the game with 13 assists. That's the most assists they've managed all season.
When it comes to explaining why Prattville lost, don't look at Xavier Dunn. Despite the final result, he went 9 for 15 en route to 24 points plus seven assists and four steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Tyler Smith, who posted 12 points along with three steals.
Stanhope Elmore's win was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 4-1. Those victories were due in large part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 83.2 points per game. As for Prattville, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 2-2.
Stanhope Elmore has already played their next contest, a 78-29 defeat against Homewood on the 23rd. As for Prattville, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next matchup, a 72-69 loss against Jefferson Christian Academy on the 23rd.
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