RICHMOND — South Laurel’s keeps rolling, almost in part due to another stellar defensive effort.
The Cardinals ran their win streak to four games with a 64-57 win over North Hardin in first round action of the Richmond Car and Truck Holiday Classic.
South Laurel is now 7-2, and has limited its opponents to score 57 points or below eight times this season.
“Total team effort today,” South Laurel coach Jeff Davis said. “Had guys step up when we were in foul trouble and kept us in the game. Made big shots and played very well defensively.
“North Hardin is really, really good,” he added. “We were able to make enough plays and get keys stops when we needed it the most.”
The Cardinals held a slim 44-43 lead entering the fourth quarter before outscoring the Trojans, 20-14.
Davis’ squad hit 12-of-15 shot attempts from the free-throw line in the second half, including a 5-of-6 effort in the final eight minutes.
Jordan Mabe continued his consistent play, scoring 22 points while Colton Rawlings added 18 points. Josh Steele added nine points, and Jordan Steele finished with eight points.
