St. Francis DeSales had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the team sidled past the Dublin Scioto Irish 55-53. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Stallions have posted since January 20th.
Dublin Scioto's loss on Saturday came despite strong showings from Niah Smedley and Kamarice Jackson. Smedley dropped a double-double on 11 points and ten steals, while Jackson posted 11 points along with eight assists and five rebounds. Smedley has been hot recently, having posted two or more steals the last three times she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Evan Rinker, who had six points in addition to three steals.
Dublin Scioto's defeat dropped their record down to 1-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. St. Francis DeSales will head out to square off against Thomas Worthington at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Dublin Scioto, they will hit the road for the first time this season to challenge Olentangy Berlin at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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