It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but the LaPoynor Flyers had no problem doing just that on Monday. They enjoyed a cozy 55-41 victory over the Tigers. Winning may never get old, but LaPoynor sure is getting used to it with their third in a row.
LaPoynor's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Mann Scott, who scored 16 points along with five assists and four steals. Scott is on a roll when it comes to points, as he's now scored 16 or more in the last eight games he's played. Payton Parker was another key contributor, scoring 16 points along with two blocks.
Centerville's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Trayce Schwab, who scored 16 points along with two steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Wade Neyland, who almost dropped a double-double on nine points and 15 rebounds.
LaPoynor has been performing well recently as they've won 12 of their last 15 games, which provided a nice bump to their 24-11 record this season. As for Centerville, their defeat dropped their record down to 24-8.
LaPoynor will be playing at home against Shelbyville at 8:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in LaPoynor's favor is that they have posted big point totals in their last three games. Centerville does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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