Basketball Recap: Mitchell Takes a Loss

After flying high against Largo last Thursday, Mitchell came back down to earth. The Mitchell Mustangs took a 64-47 bruising from the Springstead Eagles on Friday. The Mustangs were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Eagles earlier this season, when they won 51-47.

When it comes to explaining why Mitchell lost, don't look at Christopher Stoddart. Despite the final result, he dropped a double-double on 13 points and ten rebounds. Stoddart is on a roll when it comes to rebounds, as he's now pulled down ten or more in the last three games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Eli Wilson, who posted nine points and five rebounds.

Springstead got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Jamin Pond out in front who went 8 of 12 on his way to 16 points and five rebounds. Another player making a difference was Ryan Sayre, who had 18 points.

Mitchell's defeat dropped their record down to 5-7. As for Springstead, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five contests, which provided a nice bump to their 7-6 record this season.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mitchell will take on Anclote at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Mitchell is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 65.9 points per game this season. As for Springstead, they will face off against Crystal River at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Crystal River has been dominant on offense recently, having racked up an incredible 195 points over their last three matchups.