Slocomb extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to six on Monday, dropping them down to 0-4. They were outmatched by the Ariton Purple Cats and fell 57-26. The Red Tops were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Purple Cats apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in December of 2024.
As for Ariton, they pushed their record up to 3-0 with the win, which was their third straight at home. Those home victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 57.0 points this season.
Ariton's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Easton Kilpatrick, who posted seven points along with six assists and six rebounds. Another player making a difference was Bryson Rhett, who went 6-for-11 en route to 13 points.
Slocomb wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next game, a 60-57 victory against Kinston on the 2nd. Ariton has also already played their next matchup (against Providence Christian), but no score has been uploaded at the time of writing.
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