East Ascension proved they can win big two weeks ago (they won by 33) but on Saturday they proved they can win the close ones too. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 56-54 win over the McKinley Panthers. The victory was just business as usual for the Spartans, who after three games remain undefeated this season.
East Ascension's win bumped their record up to 3-0. As for McKinley, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-3 record this season.
East Ascension will be defending their home-court for the first time this season they go up against Salmen at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. One thing working in East Ascension's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points every time they've taken the court this season. As for McKinley, they are taking a road trip to challenge Liberty Magnet at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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