Franklin Central's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They took down the Gilbertsville-Mt. Upton Raiders 45-29. The victory was some much needed relief for the Purple Devils as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
Shannon Kingsbury
| 01/21/25 vs Gilbertsville-Mt. Upton | 6 |
| 01/17/25 @ Schenevus Central | 3 |
| 01/15/25 @ Morris Central | 3 |
| 01/09/25 @ Cherry Valley-Springfield | 10 |
| 01/07/25 vs Worcester | 17 |
Franklin Central's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Shannon Kingsbury, who dropped a double-double on 12 points and ten rebounds. Kingsbury is also on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in the last 31 games she's played dating back to last season. Zaeda Beadle was another key player, dropping a double-double on 11 points and 16 boards.
Franklin Central smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 25 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive boards in 19 consecutive matches dating back to last season.
Franklin Central's win bumped their record up to 6-7. As for Gilbertsville-Mt. Upton, they dropped their record down to 2-8 with the defeat, which was their seventh straight on the road dating back to last season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Franklin Central will head out to challenge Sharon Springs Central at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. Franklin Central is facing Sharon Springs Central at the right time seeing as Sharon Springs Central is stuck on a five-game losing streak. As for Gilbertsville-Mt. Upton, they will head out on the road to take on Jefferson Central at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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