Buying a new home is a big deal. For many homeowners, it's one of the most important decisions they ever make. When it comes to such a substantial choice, there are a lot of factors to consider, like:
- Q.What is the best size home for my family?
- Q.Which homes for sale near me are in my price range?
- Q.What is the best home floor plan for my needs?
- Q.What are my financing options?
Getting the answers to those questions can be hard but finding a trustworthy manufactured home company can be even more challenging. Sure, you could settle for a fly-by-night company or a shady mobile home dealer. But if you're like most folks, you want to work with a reliable company that has been in business for years. You need a team of professionals who can answer your questions, address your concerns, and sell you a quality home that will keep your family safe and sound.
The Ken-Co Homes Difference
Welcome to Ken-Co Homes Inc. - your premier choice for mobile home sales in Cameron, SC. Ken-Co Homes has been Lake City's go-to manufactured home since 1974. With several locations in South Carolina, we're the first choice for manufactured homes in the state. As longtime locals in the community, we pride ourselves on honesty, hard work, and running a manufactured home business that you can count on.
There's no secret sauce that makes Ken-Co Homes successful. We work hard, sell the finest Clayton, Destiny, Scotbilt, Homes, and treat our customers like we would like to be treated. That's why, when you meet our team for your home tour, you'll be treated with respect and greeted with a warm smile. Whether you have questions regarding financing or the fit and finish of a floorplan, we'll maintain that same level of kindness, courtesy, and honesty. That way, you know for sure that you have invested in a top-notch manufactured home that your family will love.
Unlike other manufactured home dealers, we have a full selection of Clayton Homes for sale with attractive floor plans to fit your unique lifestyle. When you choose Ken-Co Homes, you're also choosing:
The Lowest Price Guaranteed
We offer our valued customers a $500 guarantee that we will meet or beat ANY competitor who has a lower price on one of our homes with the same options. Don't believe us? Contact our office today!
Years of Experience
With decades of combined experience, our team has the tools and know-how to make your buying process smooth and stress-free.
Knowledgeable Staff
Buying a home can be challenging, especially with travel logistics and other factors at play. Our team can help answer any questions you have about buying a home and transporting it to a park or piece of private land.
Top-Tier Quality
When you buy from Ken-Co Homes, you're investing in a high-quality product that your family will love for years to come. With more than a dozen home choices, you're sure to find a new home that matches your lifestyle.
Real-Deal Support
We'll work with you one-on-one to ensure you get the home of your dreams. If you have questions or concerns once you move in, give us a call - we're here to help.
Hardworking Crews
We offer detail-oriented, experienced set-up crews that make living life in your new home easy and efficient.
Flexible Financing
At Ken-Co Homes, we offer flexible financing options to help make buying your dream home a reality.
Whether you're looking for a smaller two-bedroom manufactured home or a large, luxurious four-bedroom manufactured home, our friendly consultants are ready to help you build the home of your dreams.
Manufactured Homes vs. Mobile Homes: What's the Difference?
"Is there a difference between a mobile home and a manufactured home?" is one of the most common questions we get online and in person. Today, many people use mobile home and manufactured home interchangeably. That's understandable because both types of homes share similar features and benefits for homeowners. However, understanding the minor differences can be valuable when searching for a new place to call home.
What is a manufactured home?
Unlike site-built homes, manufactured homes are built in a factory. Once completed, they're shipped to a specific location where the homeowner will live. The term "manufactured home" refers to any factory-built home constructed after June 15, 1976. That date is when the HUD or U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development implemented guidelines centered around manufactured home construction.
HUD code requires manufactured homes to be constructed on a base frame with wheels with a minimum of 320 square feet.
Thanks to fast build times and lower material costs, manufactured homes for sale in Cameron, SC is often more cost-effective for home buyers. Compared to traditional site-built homes, many manufactured homes can be up to 35% less than more traditional houses.
What is a mobile home?
Any mobile homes built after June 15, 1976, are considered manufactured homes today, though many people use the term mobile home casually. In the past, these homes were used to travel and were more like the expensive RVs that people use today than true manufactured homes. Back then, mobile homes received a bad reputation due to poor build quality, but they've come a long way since that time. Today, mobile homes are safe, comfortable, and structurally sound, with many types of amenities and floor plans.
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Benefits of Buying a Manufactured Home
Manufactured homes are more popular in the U.S. than ever, and for good reason: prospective homeowners are looking for affordable, quality alternatives to traditional homes. That's especially true today, with inflation on the rise, necessitating more budget-friendly options for anyone who wants to put a roof over their heads.
If you're used to living in a traditional, site-built home, you may be wondering what the advantages are of buying a manufactured home. Here are just a few of the most common benefits of buying a manufactured home:
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Affordable Prices
When you boil it down to the basics, buying a new home is all about the money. One of the most attractive reasons for buying a manufactured home is that they are often much less expensive than traditional site-built homes. Today, manufactured housing is considered a crucial part of the housing shortage solution and a viable option with inflation rising. According to statistics, the average square-foot cost of a site-built home is $107, while the average price is only $49 in a manufactured home. Whether you're sticking to a strict budget or your finances have changed due to poor economic conditions, going manufactured might be your best choice.
Versatile Living Options
Owning a manufactured home gives the homeowner long-term living options. Because basic manufactured homes are usually very affordable, families with enough land can start with a small home and add additional units as their needs change. Manufactured homes are also great as starter homes, especially for families that plan on building a permanent structure on their land in the future. Though it could be logistically challenging, manufactured homes can also be moved to a different site if the initial one was on rented property.
Code-Mandated Structural Integrity
Manufactured homes have received a bad rap over the last few decades. In reality, most manufactured homes are purpose-built for longevity with structural integrity. Every manufactured home built today is subject to the HUD code adopted in 1976. This code is the only federally-mandated code in existence. It was designed to ensure that manufactured homes meet strict standards regarding fire safety, structural design, energy efficiency, transportation to home sites, and overall construction. All manufactured homes sold in the U.S. have a permanent red seal to confirm they meet HUD standards.
Quick Construction and Installation
When you buy a manufactured home, you may be able to move in faster than you would via traditional routes. Some manufactured homes are even move-in ready in less than 45 days. Compared to a traditional home, once a new manufactured home is built in the factory, buyers usually find that installation is a quick process. Once the manufactured home is delivered, utility work usually moves quickly, regardless of whether you're moving to a park or transporting your home to a piece of land. Before you know it, you're eating, sleeping, and enjoying life in your new manufactured home.
Better Energy Efficiency
When asked about the pros and cons, many buyers cite energy efficiency as one of the most significant benefits of owning a manufactured home. In general, manufactured housing is more energy efficient than traditional because HUD mandates ensure that homes have high energy efficiency ratings.
These ratings are achieved through upgraded insulation installation, on-demand water heaters, and energy-efficient windows. These upgrades often make entire manufactured homes Energy Star certified. It's no surprise that manufactured homes are 27% more efficient than they used to be with other additions like energy-saving appliances in kitchens and bathrooms.
Less Noise
If you've ever lived in an apartment complex before, chances are you heard sounds and noises through your walls that you never wanted to hear. If you hate hearing your neighbors and despise thin walls, looking for mobile home sales in Cameron, SC is a great idea. Why? Manufactured homes are typically built using separate modules, which reduces sound transference from room to room. When two or more modules are combined and insulated separately, buyers enjoy an even quieter, stronger home with less outside noise.
Debunking Common Manufactured Home Myths
If there's one disappointing aspect of manufactured homes, the stigma seems to surround them. Yes, mobile homes from 30 or more years ago aren't exactly marvels of construction and deserve to be criticized. However, modern manufactured homes are cut from a different cloth and are often every bit as safe and luxurious as site-built homes.
Here are some of the most common (and annoying) mobile home myths debunked:
Manufactured Homes Aren't Safe
Modern manufactured homes are factory-built homes crafted with quality materials that meet comprehensive federal construction and safety standards. These standards, called the "HUD Code," outline how the homes must be built, including safety guidelines. For example, manufactured home builders must take strict measures to ensure their homes are resistant to wind. In terms of hurricanes and tornados, having such measures in place can prevent a tragedy from happening.
The bottom line is that manufactured homes are plenty safe and provide a quality product to people who want a lower-cost option over traditional housing.
Manufactured Homes are Low-Quality Compared to Site-Built Homes
One of the most repeated myths surrounding manufactured homes is that they are in poor shape and have an overall poor quality. Today, many manufactured homes are built with quality materials and care. It's not unusual to find a manufactured home with luxurious amenities and features lie state-of-the-art kitchens, high-end appliances, and chic open floor plans. At Ken-Co Homes, we can provide you with a complete list of available upgrades and amenities for you to enjoy in your new home.
There Aren't Any Manufactured Homes Available
Perhaps it's due to their popularity and lower prices, but we often hear that it's hard to find manufactured homes for sale. As seasoned home dealers, we can say this is categorically false. Whether you head over to Google and search for "mobile homes near me in Cameron, SC," or simply head to Ken-Co Homes' website, you'll see plenty of homes to choose from. Contact our office today for a full list of our homes for sale!
Manufactured Homes Are Getting Too Expensive
When it comes to home prices in today's day and age, manufactured homes are among the most affordable options available.
That's because manufactured homes cost less to construct than site-built homes, with the average price costing $92K for new construction and $60K for a pre-owned manufactured home, according to recent data. The cost of a traditional home is much higher, with an average of $408K, according to Statista data from 2021. Even though manufactured home living costs change depending on the community, they're often much less expensive than their site-built cousins in the long run.
It's Not Safe to Live in a Manufactured Home Park
This myth parallels the stereotype that manufactured homes are cheap and poorly built. Unfortunately, many people still believe that living in a manufactured home community isn't safe. They think that the parks are run down and riddled with reprobates. In reality, many manufactured home parks mimic gated communities with 24-hour security and mandated quiet hours. Some manufactured home neighborhoods even offer community-wide amenities like spas and pools. If you're a fan of the gated community lifestyle but don't want to pay hundreds of thousands for a site-built home, a manufactured home community could be your best bet.
Open the Door to a Better Life with Ken-Co Homes Inc.
Are you giving serious thought to buying a manufactured home for sale in South Carolina? You're not alone - more than 365K people in the Palmetto State live in manufactured homes. At Ken-Co Homes Inc., we're not your average run-of-the-mill manufactured home dealer. We only do business with manufacturing partners committed to building top-quality products that our customers are proud to own.
If you're looking for modern amenities, energy-efficient appliances, unique floorplans, and homes constructed with quality materials, Ken-Co Homes is the company for you. Contact our office today to learn more about our beautiful Clayton homes for sale in Cameron, SC.
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Back in USC class: Recruit Cameron Upshaw explains why he left, then quickly returned
Phil Kornbluthttps://www.thestate.com/sports/college/university-of-south-carolina/usc-recruiting/phil-kornblut/article264127206.html
When he announced a decommitment from South Carolina Sunday afternoon, safety Cameron Upshaw of Perry, Florida later explained that he was doing so in order to commit “the right way.” By that, he meant committing publicly at one of his home football games with teammates and family around. He fully intended to return to USC’s class, he saidIt turns out, Upshaw couldn’t wait that long to get back on board with the Gamecocks.Upshaw confirmed Tuesday night that he’s back in the USC recruiting class for...
When he announced a decommitment from South Carolina Sunday afternoon, safety Cameron Upshaw of Perry, Florida later explained that he was doing so in order to commit “the right way.” By that, he meant committing publicly at one of his home football games with teammates and family around. He fully intended to return to USC’s class, he said
It turns out, Upshaw couldn’t wait that long to get back on board with the Gamecocks.
Upshaw confirmed Tuesday night that he’s back in the USC recruiting class for 2023 — and he actually rejoined just hours after tweeting that decommitment.
“It was me just realizing how early I could play,” Upshaw said. “I talked to coach [Torrian] Gray the same day. He was real understanding and told me to take my time with it. When I decided I could play early, he was like, ‘We’ll take you back.’ No coach is going to tell you you are going to start as soon as you get there. He was like, if I come in and do what I’m supposed to do, I’ve got a chance to get on the field early.”
Upshaw said he first talked to Gray on Sunday afternoon. After thinking things over, he called him back Sunday night to regain his place in the class. He also talked with head coach Shane Beamer.
“He was just making sure I was straight,” Upshaw said. “He was away from his phone when I decommitted. When I decided to commit back, he was just checking up on me to make sure I was good.”
Upshaw is now set with his decision and is excited to part of the 2023 class and what he thinks will be a successful future with the Gamecocks.
“Top 10 in two years,” he said, “if not this year.”
When he originally committed to the Gamecocks in mid-June, Upshaw also had on his short list Florida State, Maryland, Arkansas and Nebraska. Since official scholarship offers could be sent out Aug. 1, he’s also received offers from West Virginia and Mississippi State.
Upshaw’s return to the commitment list gives the Gamecocks 16 for their 2023 class with at least four more pending this month in offensive tackle Oluwatosin Babalade, safety Vicari Swain, defensive end Desmond Umeozulu and wide receiver Carmelo Taylor.
Solar’s Cameron Roller called into US U18/19 camp
Buzz Carrickhttps://3rddegree.net/solars-cameron-roller-called-into-us-u18-19-camp
Solar defender Cameron Roller has been called into the combined US U20 and U18/19 camp running from April 12-19. The combined camp is part of a larger U20 training camp from April 15-22.The teams will train at the WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary, N.C., at the University of North Carolina, and Duke University throughout the camps.DKSC product and current Mississippi State defender Molly McDougal is also part of the combined camp.US U20 RosterGoalkeepers (3): Valentin...
Solar defender Cameron Roller has been called into the combined US U20 and U18/19 camp running from April 12-19. The combined camp is part of a larger U20 training camp from April 15-22.
The teams will train at the WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary, N.C., at the University of North Carolina, and Duke University throughout the camps.
DKSC product and current Mississippi State defender Molly McDougal is also part of the combined camp.
US U20 Roster
Goalkeepers (3): Valentina Amaral (Florida Kraze Krush SC; Oviedo, Fla.), Jordan Nytes (Colorado; Aurora, Colo.), Teagan Wy (California; Rancho Santa Margarita, Calif.)
Defenders (7): Sydney Cheesman (UNC; Lafayette, Colo.), Elise Evans (Stanford; Redwood City, Calif.), Heather Gilchrist (Florida State; Boulder, Colo.), Alyssa Gonzalez (San Diego Surf SC; San Diego, Calif.), Savannah King (Slammers FC HB Køge; West Hills, Calif.), Leah Klenke (Notre Dame; Houston, Texas), Gisele Thompson (Total Futbol Academy; Studio City, Calif.)
Midfielders (7): Jill Flammia (Virginia; Manakin-Sabot, Va.), Shae Harvey (Slammers FC HB Køge; Hermosa Beach, Calif.), Charlotte Kohler (MVLA SC; Woodside, Calif.), Ally Lemos (UCLA; Glendora, Calif.), Lauren Martinho (North Carolina Courage; Cary, N.C.), Delaney Matriano (Notre Dame; Cleveland, Ohio), Yuna McCormack (Virginia; Mill Valley, Calif.)
Forwards (6): Maggie Cagle (Virginia; Phoenix, Ariz.), Jordynn Dudley (United Futbol Academy; Milton, Ga.), Onyeka Gamero (Beach FC (CA); Cerritos, Calif.), Kat Rader (Duke; Stuart, Fla.), Ally Sentnor (UNC; Hanson, Mass.), Sydney Watts (Sporting Blue Valley; Lenexa, Kan.)
Goalkeepers (3): Mackenzie Gress (Penn State; Lyndhurst, N.J.), Victoria Safradin (Internationals SC; Eastlake, Ohio), Christina Tsaousis (South Carolina; Tarpon Springs, Fla.)
Defenders (7): Kylie Bahr (Texas Tech; Sedalia, Colo.), Tessa Dellarose (UNC; Grindstone, PA), Ella Emri (San Diego Surf SC; San Diego, Calif.), Molly McDougal (Mississippi State; Prosper, Texas), Cameron Roller (Solar SC; Sherman, Texas), Samantha Smith (Boise Timbers Thorns FC; Boise, Idaho), Kiera Staude (Concorde Fire; Atlanta, Ga.)
Midfielders (6): Mia Bhuta (Stanford; Pittsburgh, Pa.), Danielle Davis (Clemson; Port Washington, N.Y.), Juliauna Hayward (Colorado; Thornton, Colo.), Audrey Lam (Lamorinda Soccer Club; Piedmont, Calif.), Ashley Pennie (Florida United SC; Miami, Fla.), Ella Sanchez (Racing Louisville FC; Louisville, Ky.)
Forwards (7): Madeline Dahlien (UNC; Edina, Minn.), Mia Oliaro (UNC; Chapel Hill, N.C.), Cameron Patton (Lonestar SC; Austin, Texas), Gianna Paul (Alabama; Huntington Station, N.Y.), Taylor Price (Virginia Tech; Ashburn, Va.), Melina Rebimbas (Washington Spirit; Warren, N.J.), Taylor Suarez (Charlotte SA; Charlotte, N.C.)
No. 2 Duke Opens Holiday Homestand Tuesday vs. SC State
Duke Universityhttps://goduke.com/news/2021/12/13/mens-basketball-no-2-duke-opens-holiday-homestand-tuesday-vs-sc-state.aspx
THE OPENING TIPDUKE-SC STATE HISTORY Duke leads the all-time series over South Carolina State, 7-0…All seven meeting have come in the Coach K era, but Tuesday's game marks the first since a 120-56 Duke win in 1998 at Cameron Indoor…The teams first met in a 1989 NCAA Tournament first-round game at the Greensboro Coliseum -- a 90-69 Duke victory behind 22 points from Phil Henderson.ABOUT THE BULLDOGS South Carolina State is 3-7 to start the sea...
THE OPENING TIP
DUKE-SC STATE HISTORY Duke leads the all-time series over South Carolina State, 7-0…All seven meeting have come in the Coach K era, but Tuesday's game marks the first since a 120-56 Duke win in 1998 at Cameron Indoor…The teams first met in a 1989 NCAA Tournament first-round game at the Greensboro Coliseum -- a 90-69 Duke victory behind 22 points from Phil Henderson.
ABOUT THE BULLDOGS South Carolina State is 3-7 to start the season, including a buzzer-beating win at South Florida, where freshman T.J. Madlock nailed an off-balance three from the corner with 0.6 seconds left for the win…The Bulldogs have won two straight coming into Tuesday's game, beating USF at the buzzer and winning 67-66 over High Point on Friday in Rock Hill, S.C…T.J., the son of head coach Tony Madlock, is the team's second leading scorer at 9.3 points, but leads the team in assists and steals…Sophomore Cameron Jones leads the team in scoring at 11.5 points and is shooting .380 from the floor…Tony Madlock is in his first season coaching the Bulldogs. The 25-year coaching veteran has spent time on the staffs at Arkansas State, UTEP, Auburn, Ole Miss and Memphis, including five games (1-4) as the interim head coach at Ole Miss in 2017-18.
VALUING THE BALL Duke has been one of the nation's best ball-handling teams, ranking second in the NCAA in assist/turnover ratio (+2.07), fourth nationally in fewest turnovers (8.5), eighth in turnover margin (+6.4) and 17th in assists per game -- the Blue Devils lead the ACC in each category…The Blue Devils have posted a positive assists-to-turnover ratio in each of the last seven games after starting minus-1 in the opener against Kentucky (eight assists, nine turnovers)…Duke has assisted on at least 44 percent of its field goals in every game since the opener (eight assists on 25 field goals vs. Kentucky) -- and has been 64 percent or better four times this season…Duke is forcing 14.9 turnovers, averaging 9.1 steals and owns a +99 margin in points-off-turnover scoring (152-53)…Via KenPom, Duke is second nationally in offensive turnover percentage (11.8), owns the nation's ninth best steal percentage (6.2) and is 68th in assist percentage (56.2).
ON THIS DATE Duke is 15-2 all-time when playing on Dec. 14, including a 9-1 mark at Cameron Indoor Stadium…The Blue Devils have not played on this date since 2004 -- an 88-55 victory over Illinois-Chicago at Cameron Indoor.
MOORE DOES IT ALL Junior Wendell Moore Jr., is proving early to be among the nation's most complete -- and improved -- players as the co-captain is the nation's only player averaging 17.0+ points, 6.0+ rebounds, 5.0+ assists and shooting .500+ from the field…The Charlotte native leads the ACC and is 21st nationally in assists (5.6), is second in the conference and 24th nationally in assist/turnover ratio (+3.21), is fourth in scoring (17.8) and fifth in field goal percentage (.561). ..With his 19-10-10 vs. Army, he has one of the six triple-doubles in the nation this season. It marked just the fifth triple-double in Duke history and the third under Mike Krzyzewski…Moore's 10 assists in the Army game were a career high…The performance was also his third career double-double…Moore has scored 12 or more points in every game this season, has recorded no less than three assists in every game and no less than four rebounds in every game…The junior flirted with another triple-double against The Citadel, dropping 22 points, eight rebounds and nine assists…He was named the MVP of the Gonzaga game with 20 points, six rebounds, six assists and a career-high six steals.
PAOLO'S STAT STUFFING Freshman Paolo Banchero is tied for the team's scoring lead with Moore (17.8) and leads the team in rebounding (7.3)…He nearly had his first triple-double vs. The Citadel, with 28 points, eight rebounds and six assists…His 28 points and six assists were each career highs…The Seattle native has 14 assists and five turnovers over Duke's last five games after one assist and 10 turnovers in the first three.
THREE-POINT STREAK Duke has connected on at least one three-pointer in 1,122 straight games, the second-longest streak nationally…It has been more than 30 years since Duke was held without a three-point field goal -- Dec. 30, 1989, versus Hawai'i.
SELLOUT STREAK Duke has sold out 476 consecutive games at Cameron Indoor Stadium. The last time Duke did not have a sellout at home was on Nov. 16, 1990, against Boston College…The sellout figure is the longest current streak (by time) in either men's college basketball or the NBA…Duke's record at Cameron during the sellout streak is 434-42 (.912).
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Three South Carolina Gamecocks suspended from football team
ByJohn Whittlehttps://247sports.com/college/south-carolina/Article/South-Carolina-Gamecocks-football-suspension-monteque-rhames-anthony-rose-cameron-upshaw-204169652/
247Sports Embed ResourceDot LoaderSouth Carolina football players Monteque Rhames, Anthony Rose and Cameron Upshaw have all been suspended from the program, according to a release from the school. A reason for the su...
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South Carolina football players Monteque Rhames, Anthony Rose and Cameron Upshaw have all been suspended from the program, according to a release from the school. A reason for the suspension was not given in the press release.
Rhames, however, was arrested on Friday morning and was charged with carrying weapons on school property as well as obstructing justice. Charges have not yet been posted on the Richland County website, as of this publishing, for Rose or Upshaw.
“Our student-athletes know what is expected of them,” third-year head coach Shane Beamer said in a statement. “They know that both the University and the football program will hold them accountable for their actions and decisions.”
Rose enrolled at South Carolina a year ago but redshirted his first season with the program. He didn’t see any game action. The 6-foot-1, 190-pounder practiced at cornerback his first year on campus. He was a four-star recruit out of Miami Central HS with a 0.8922 rating in the 247Sports Composite.
Both Rhames and Upshaw were a part of the 2023 recruiting class and arrived on campus less than a month ago to begin their collegiate careers.
Rhames, a defensive end, played his senior season at Manning High School. As a junior at Sumter HS, he had 82 tackles, including 22.5 tackles for a loss. He also had seven quarterback sacks. The 6-foot-5, 240-pounder held a four-star rating of 0.8950 in the 247Sports Composite and was considered the No. 385 player in the country.
Upshaw, a defensive back who projected to play safety, played his senior season at Taylor County HS. He played his junior season at Gadsden County HS where he saw action both on offense and defense. He totaled 52 tackles and one interception his junior year, and also threw for 490 yards with six touchdowns and 268 yards rushing on offense.
These are the first players arrested under third-year football coach Shane Beamer. The last time the Gamecocks had a current player arrested came in 2019. Backup punter Michael Almond was arrested for a DUI in November 2019. Reserve defensive back Jamel Cook was arrested on second-degree domestic violence charges.
This is a breaking news story and will be updated.
Jack Spinelli, Cameron Saldana lead Aptos past SC, into sole possession of first in SCCAL | Boys basketball
Gordon Kasshttps://www.santacruzsentinel.com/2022/01/29/jack-spinelli-cameron-saldana-lead-aptos-past-sc-into-sole-possession-of-first-in-sccal-boys-basketball
APTOS — The highly anticipated Santa Cruz Coast Athletic League boys basketball showdown between Aptos and Santa Cruz highs, according to their coaches, found one team “doing nearly everything right” and the other “missing in action.”The game was not quite that one-sided, but it was a decisive win for the near-perfect Mariners, as Jack Spinelli’s 20 points and 10 rebounds and Cameron Saldana’s 18 points led Aptos to a 60-49 victory over the Cardinals in front of 350 raucous fans.Aptos i...
APTOS — The highly anticipated Santa Cruz Coast Athletic League boys basketball showdown between Aptos and Santa Cruz highs, according to their coaches, found one team “doing nearly everything right” and the other “missing in action.”
The game was not quite that one-sided, but it was a decisive win for the near-perfect Mariners, as Jack Spinelli’s 20 points and 10 rebounds and Cameron Saldana’s 18 points led Aptos to a 60-49 victory over the Cardinals in front of 350 raucous fans.
Aptos improved to 17-3 overall, 6-0 in league.
The Cardinals (13-5, 4-1) were paced by 15 points from Aden Cury, 11 from Boon Gregor and 10 from Kosi Warren-House.
“We had a plan for what we wanted to do defensively,” Aptos coach Brian Bowyer said. “We really wanted to shut down Cury. We put different guys on him and used about 15 fouls. We have to do everything right to beat that team, and tonight we did about everything right.”
Aptos maintained small leads throughout most of the first three quarters. The score was 42-37 heading into the final stanza. Five points from Saldana staked the Mariners to a 49-41 advantage, but in a minute, both Marcel Martin and Spinelli fouled out. There was 4:58 left to play and the Cardinals had an opportunity against the vulnerable hosts.
“I saw them come out, but I had 110% faith on the guys that came in,” Saldana said.
That faith was rewarded as the Mariners iced the contest with two 3-pointers from Hassan Ayyad and one from Trevor Brady.
“It was great,” Saldana said. “I had to look for the openings and they knocked them down.”
Aptos’ lead soared to 60-44 as the clock ticked under two minutes. Soon, first place was solely in the hands of the Mariners.
“We got our (butts) handed to us,” Santa Cruz coach Lawan Milhouse said. “We were soft, all around, the whole game. They punished us. We got to find our basketball team again. We were missing in action.”
On offense, Spinelli was dominant inside. He maneuvered in the paint for layoffs and collected rebounds and scored on put-backs. It was an amazing show by the 6-foot-5, 215-pound SCCAL baseball player of the year, who did not play basketball last year. Aptos’ attack was aided by five 3-pointers and Santa Cruz hurt its cause with just 12-of-25 shooting from the free-throw line.
Bowyer felt confident even after his two players were sidelined by fouls.
“It came down to Cam,” Bowyer said. “Cam was still able to run the show. He was comfortable out there. He willed us to win.”
But the Cardinals will surface again quite soon.
“Next Wednesday we play them again, at Santa Cruz, and they will be back with extra focus,” Bowyer said. “They’ll want to pay us back.”
Aptos 60, Santa Cruz 49 Up next for Santa Cruz: vs. Central Catholic When: Saturday, 2:30 p.m. Up next for Aptos: vs. SLV When: Tuesday, 7 p.m.
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