The Somerset Academy South Homestead Hurricanes had already proven themselves in the regular season, and didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They took their game on the road on Wednesday with ease, bagging a 55-19 win over Coral Shores. Somerset Academy South Homestead has made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won 12 matches by 23 points or more this season.
Somerset Academy South Homestead was led to victory by Sakura Barnes and Justice Sheppard. Barnes dropped a double-double on 16 points and 11 rebounds, while Sheppard dropped a double-double on 13 points and ten assists. Barnes is crushing the steal category: she's posted at least three every time she's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Joann Barnes, who scored 12 points along with two steals.
The victory (which was Somerset Academy South Homestead's third in a row) raised their record to 14-6. Those victories were due in large part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 57.0 points per game. As for Coral Shores, their loss dropped their record down to 13-6.
Somerset Academy South Homestead will square off against Palmer Trinity at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Somerset Academy South Homestead's favor is that they have posted big point totals in their last three contests. Coral Shores does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
