
Flashes
01/29/25 vs Perry Meridian | 65 |
12/14/24 vs Bloomington North | 64 |
11/30/24 vs Center Grove | 63 |
01/14/25 @ Roncalli | 59 |
01/09/25 vs Southport | 57 |
Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Franklin Central). They came out on top against the Perry Meridian Falcons by a score of 65-57 on Wednesday. The Flashes haven't had any issues with the Falcons recently, as the game was their fourth consecutive win against them.
Franklin Central's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Raymond Hayes, who went 8 for 12 en route to 20 points. Another player making a difference was Ej Hazelett, who dropped a double-double with 14 points and 12 boards.
Franklin Central was working as a unit and finished the game with 18 assists. That's the most assists they've managed all season.
When it comes to explaining why Perry Meridian lost, don't look at Bryce Mathis. Despite the final result, he went 5 of 9 to rack up 17 points and four steals. Thanks to that strong game, Mathis now owns an excellent 45.4% field goal percentage. Devante Rhodes also deserves some recognition as he posted his first block of the season.
Franklin Central's win bumped their record up to 6-9. As for Perry Meridian, they have been struggling recently as they've lost seven of their last eight games, which has put a noticeable dent in their 4-13 record this season.
Franklin Central has already played their next matchup, a 77-52 loss against Fishers on the 31st. As for Perry Meridian, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next contest, a 72-59 victory against Greenwood on the 31st.
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