Southern Fulton defeated Tussey Mountain on Monday evening by the score of 47 to 39.  The Indians (7-17, 1-7 ICC South) took a 12 to 7 lead at the end of the first period and a 26 to 19 lead into halftime.

Southern Fulton was then outscored by the Titans 16 to 9 in the third, allowing the Titans to tie the game at 35 each, heading into the final period.  

As the fourth period began, the Indians regained their composure, with Sam Stotler hitting back to back 3 pointers, closing out the game by winning the quarter 12 to 4.  

Southern Fulton Coach Jeremy Hann commented “This young team has been through so much, and was forced to grow up fast. Vili gets better and better on the defense every game.  He held Hall to 2 points tonight.  I could keep naming names, Parker’s shooting, Dayton as an anchor, Kaiden’s Hustle, Brooks’ work ethic, the contributions from Colt and Jaylen, and of course, we have Sammy and other teams don’t.  We just want to keep working hard, it’s our recipe right now.  We are Team Hard Work”!  

The Indians were led by Sam Stotler with 20 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists, and 3 steals.  Parker Oakman had 7 points.  Vili Ah Loe had 6 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 steals.  Brooks Norris had 6 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 assist.  Kaiden Schriever had 5 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 assist.   Dayton Carpenter added 3 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 assists. 

Tussey Mountain was led by Cam Chilcote with 10 points.  Southern Fulton awaits seeding for the PIAA District V playoffs.