While Ariton didn't have the best season last year (they finished 10-16), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past. They simply couldn't be stopped on Monday as they easily beat the Zion Chapel Rebels 48-19. That looming 48-19 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Purple Cats yet this season.
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Ariton's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Nya Allen, who posted 17 points and three steals. Allen is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least two every time she's taken the court this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Macileigh Bragg, who earned nine points and eight rebounds.
Ariton's win was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 6-2. The wins came thanks to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 28.3 points per game. As for Zion Chapel, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-7.
Ariton wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next match, a 48-40 victory against Slocomb on the 19th. As for Zion Chapel, they also didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next game, a 47-29 loss against Dale County on the 17th.
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