The St. Paul Central Minutemen scored the most points they've had all season to find success on Monday. They took down Harding 69-52. The win was some much needed relief for St. Paul Central as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
St. Paul Central's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Sasha Ickes led the charge by scoring 16 points. It was the first time this season that Ickes scored 15 or more points. The team also got some help courtesy of Jayana Dang-knox, who scored 16 points.
St. Paul Central's victory bumped their record up to 4-13. As for Harding, they dropped their record down to 7-9 with that defeat, which was their third straight at home.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. St. Paul Central will take on the Lions at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Ogilvie presents a significant challenge as they come into the match much higher ranked than the Minutemen in Minnesota (the Lions are ranked 103rd, while the Minutemen are ranked 361st). As for Harding, they will look to defend their home court on Friday against the Mustangs at 6:30 p.m.
