It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but the Emery Spartans had no problem doing just that on Friday. They enjoyed a cozy 72-54 victory over the Templars. Winning may never get old, but Emery sure is getting used to it with their fifth in a row.
Aliya Lester was her usual excellent self, going 6 for 12 from beyond the arc en route to 25 points and 2 assists. As a matter of fact, that's the most points she has scored all season. The team also got some help courtesy of Karleigh Stilson, who scored ten points along with eight assists and three steals.
When it comes to explaining why Manti lost, one person who can't be blamed is Cadee Alder. Despite the final result, she scored 12 points along with eight assists and seven rebounds. Alder has been hot recently, having posted two or more steals the last four times she's played. June Olsen was another key contributor, almost dropping a double-double on 14 points and nine rebounds.
Emery has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won six of their last seven matches, which provided a massive bump to their 15-8 record this season. As for Manti, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost six of their last seven games, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-16 record this season.
Emery will face off against Judge Memorial Catholic at 9:10 p.m. on Thursday. Emery has been dominant on offense recently, as they've racked up an incredible 314 points over their last five games. Manti does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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