Deposit-Hancock had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They secured a 42-37 W over the Franklin Central Purple Devils on Wednesday. The win was some much needed relief for Deposit-Hancock as it spelled an end to their 16-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Despite the defeat, Franklin Central saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Shannon Kingsbury earned 18 points along with six steals. Kingsbury is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in the last 21 games she's played dating back to last season. The team also got some help courtesy of Riley McNamara, who scored nine points plus six rebounds and two steals.
Franklin Central's loss dropped their record down to 0-2.
Deposit-Hancock will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Delaware Academy at 7:00 p.m. on January 8, 2025. As for Franklin Central, they will challenge Livingston Manor at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.
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