Basketball Recap: Kali Crain Key Part of Team Effort in Centurions Win

Century had to kick off their season on the road on Monday, but they showed no ill effects. They took down the Hardin County Cougars 52-35. That's more bragging rights for the Centurions, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.

Century's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Kali Crain led the charge by going 5-for-12 to rack up 11 points in addition to eight steals and seven rebounds. Another player making a difference was Baylea Crain, who almost dropped a double-double with nine points and 13 boards.

Century was working as a unit and finished the game with 13 assists. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Hardin County only posted two.

Despite the loss, Hardin County still got an impressive performance from Benna Williams, who shot 46% from the field on her way to 34 points.

Looking ahead, Century will take on Cobden in a tournament on Wednesday. As for Hardin County, they will get a bit of extra time to process the defeat as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Steeleville at 6:00 p.m. on December 1.