Mt. Zion took care of business in their home opener on Friday. They snuck past the McNair Mustangs with a 61-56 win. The victory was some much needed relief for the Bulldogs as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Mt. Zion got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Jaylon Sankey out in front who had 16 points along with three steals. Maxwell Henry was another key player, scoring 12 points plus two steals.
McNair's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Dennis Johnson, who went 5 for 8 en route to 17 points plus four steals. Another player making a difference was Kente Taylor, who went 7 for 17 en route to 14 points plus three steals and two blocks.
Mt. Zion has already played their next match, a 71-33 loss against Lakeside on the 9th. McNair has also already played their next contest, an 81-46 defeat against Woodland on the 9th.
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