SCC blazes past Zalma, Hot-shooting Risco downs Oran

SIKESTON — Scott County Central served up a masterclass in puzzle-solving, systematically dismantling Zalma, piece by piece, exposing every weakness and exploiting every opportunity.

The Braves (2-2) left no doubt, exploding to a 38-1 lead after the first quarter en route to a dominant 75-25 victory over the Bulldogs (1-5) on Tuesday, Dec. 5.

“We played hard,” said SCC coach Tim Carlisle. “It was a good collective effort from everyone who played.”

A whopping eleven Braves got in on the scoring action, showcasing their diverse offensive skillset. Namarius Banks-Warren and Courtney Sanders III led the pack with 12 and 11 points, respectively, but it was a true team effort that propelled SCC to victory.

Zalma travels to Scott City (2-0) on Thursday, Dec. 7, while SCC is on the road at Delta (0-0) on Friday, Dec. 8.

Oran's Nolan Loper (31) shoots during a 73-30 win over Bell City in the opening round of the 68 Annual Oran Invitational Tournament on Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023.Dennis Marshall ~ Standard-Democrat

__TIGERS’ TREYS TORPEDO EAGLES__

Risco's hot shooting hands proved the difference in a 62-50 win at Oran on Tuesday, Dec. 5.

The Tigers (3-1) sank 10 3-pointers, leaving the Eagles (2-2) scrambling for answers.

“Risco is a well coached team and shot the ball very well,” said Oran coach Joe Shoemaker. “Our players battled hard but we struggled to make shots during stretches. Our second group brought lots of energy from the bench and this is something we can build off of.”

Sammy Smith spearheaded Risco’s assault with 21 points while Nolan Loper led Oran with 15.

Risco hosts Delta (1-1) on Thursday, Dec. 7, while Oran travels to Scott City (2-0) on Friday, Dec. 8

__SCOTT COUNTY CENTRAL 75, ZALMA 35__

Zalma 1 19 9 6 — 35

SCC 38 18 9 11 — 75

Zalma (35) — Jarren Woods 15, Clayton Schrader 9, Caden Wade 5, Kyle Walker 2, Christian Woods 2, Alex Walk 2. FG: 12. FT: 8-13. F: 7. (3-pointers: Woods 2. Fouled out: none).

Scott County Central (75) — Namarius Banks-Warren 12, Courtney Sanders III 11, Zavior Mize 7, Zaydien Banks 7, Kavonte Thatch 7, Asher Britt 7, Zach Wiggins 4, Cameron Bean 3, Cortavian Banks 2, Jaden Arnold 2, Ty Murray 2. FG: 34. FT: 3-8. F: 12. (3-pointers: Mize 1, Zaydien Banks 1, Sanders III 1, Bean 1. Fouled out: none).

__RISCO 62, ORAN 50__

Risco 18 11 20 12 — 62

Oran 12 11 12 15 — 50

Risco (62) — Sammy Smith 21, Reiley Calvert 11, CJ Blankenship 9, Aaron Denson 9, Landon Baker 6, Eli Rogers 2, Josiah Vazquez 2, Owen Fortner 2. FG: 24. FT: 4-6. F: 16. (3-pointers: Denson 3, Blankenship 3, Calvert 2, Smith 1. Fouled out: none).

Oran (50) — Nolan Loper 15, Carson Kern 9, Kole Burger 8, Owen Forehand 5, Elijah Shoemaker 4, Cooper Senciboy 4, Brenden Campbell 2, Parker Bryant 2, Gabe Dirnberger 1. FG: 25. FT: 6-13. F: 14. (3-pointers: Loper 2. Fouled out: none).