This season hasn't been kind to the Smithfield-Selma Spartans, who are still winless after their 16th match. They had to suffer through a rough 59-18 loss at the hands of Hunt. Smithfield-Selma was in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 36-8.
Hunt's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Mahalia Thoms led the charge by dropping a double-double on 18 points and 12 rebounds. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Thoms has scored all season. Ti'asia Taylor was another key contributor, scoring 15 points along with five steals.
Smithfield-Selma dropped their record down to 0-16 with that defeat, which was their 17th straight at home dating back to last season. As for Hunt, they have been performing well recently as they've won seven of their last nine matchups, which provided a massive bump to their 8-10 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Smithfield-Selma will challenge the Demons at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Fike will be looking to extend their current seven-game winning streak. As for Hunt, they will head out on the road to square off against the Saints at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Southern Wayne has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last four games.
