Elkin was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They fell 40-30 to the Starmount Rams. The Buckin' Elks were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Rams apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in February of 2024.
Starmount's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Carley Money, who posted 11 points in addition to seven boards and three steals. Money 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 Molly Swaim, who had 12 points.
Elkin now has a losing record at 6-7. As for Starmount, the victory (which was their seventh in a row) raised their record to 8-5.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Elkin will face off against Surry Central at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Starmount, they will take on South Stokes at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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