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Hoops Takeaways: Saline vs Canton

The Saline Hornets traveled to Canton to play the Chiefs on December 5, 2023. It was a back-and-forth game that ended in overtime, with the Hornets coming out on top by a final of 74-72. 

Canton Chiefs

Long Ball Threat

The Canton Chiefs weren’t afraid to use the long ball in the game against the Hornets, and Guard Teddy Winstel led the charge. With his team down near the end of the first half, it was Winstel who got his team the lead going into the half with two shots from beyond the arch going in. While they only made six three-point shots, three were from Winstel, and he wasn’t afraid to shoot the long ball.

Saline Hornets

Team Sanderson

The Saline Hornets have a dude, and his Name is Jonathan Sanderson. Yes, Basketball is a team sport, but Sanderson was the offensive team. He scored 51 of his team’s 74 points in the win. Not only did he score 51, but he also added two assists on the offensive end. He also had seven rebounds and came up with a block and two steals in the game, showing that he is a leader on the team. 

Co-Stars 

While Sanderson was the main focus of the night, his two Co-Stars were Tommy Carr and Lincoln Keyes. Keyes acted as a perfect second option to Sanderson. He would add 12 points, eight rebounds and two blocks. The other star of the night was Carr, who played the part of the Quarterback for his squad, finding his teammates as he had a team-high five assists. Carr also added three steals. 

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