Emerald unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. The game between them and the Clinton Red Devils didn't end well, with the Emerald Vikings falling 43-26. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Vikings of the 35-23 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in February.
Despite the loss, Emerald had strong showings from Jurnee Williams, who scored 14 points in addition to seven steals and five rebounds, and Le'Asia Morgan, who earned seven points in addition to 14 rebounds and four blocks. Williams is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in the last four games she's played dating back to last season.
It was another big night for McKenzie Clark, who went 7 for 10 en route to 18 points plus six rebounds and three steals for Clinton. What's more, Clark also racked up five offensive rebounds, the most she's had since back in December of 2023. Another player making a difference was Kemaria Shelton, who posted eight points in addition to nine rebounds and two blocks.
Clinton's victory was their seventh straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 3-1.
Emerald has already played their next matchup, a 57-28 win against Crescent on the 4th. As for Clinton, they will face off against Union County at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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