Yonda has plenty of scoring help at Conestoga

With the success Conestoga has had this season while sharing the ball, Zack Yonda’s scoring average has dropped a bit. But it’s not a problem for the senior.

“There are other kids who have the ability to step up for us,” he said. “I’m not the type to force a shot if a teammate is open or has a better look at the basket.”

The surging Pioneers, who are 13-2 overall and 9-1 in the Central League, have four players averaging 10.8 to 11.8 points per game. Yonda, who averaged 16 points last season, is at the top of that range.

“Teams key on Zack every game, so that frees up some of our other players to contribute,” Conestoga coach Mike Troy said. “They’ve taken advantage of that.”

The Pioneers, who have won seven straight since a 47-45 loss to Holy Ghost Prep in a holiday tournament last month, are scheduled to host Central League rival Haverford High (12-4, 7-3) at 5:15 p.m. Thursday.

Read more at http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/high_school/20140123_Yonda_has_plenty_of_scoring_help_at_Conestoga.html#w6vggCEzsy7OFUdW.99