Menchville was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They were outmatched by the Hampton Crabbers and fell 61-29. Having soared to a lofty 68 points in the game before, the Monarchs couldn't push the score so high this time.
Hampton got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Abraham Taft out in front who went 7-for-13 on his way to 20 points and six rebounds. Taft is also on a roll when it comes to shooting accuracy, as he's posted one of at least 45% in the last seven games he's played. Another player making a difference was Gavin Kay, who went 5-for-8 to rack up 13 points and seven boards.
Menchville's loss dropped their record down to 4-17. As for Hampton, the win was the sixth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 15-5.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Menchville will take on Denbigh at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Hampton, they will challenge Bethel at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. One thing working in Hampton's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last six matches.
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