Blake Francis was sensational throughout th month of December, as the Herndon, VA averaged 19.4 points per game while logging 33.5 minutes per game during the the final month of 2017. In eight games, the left-handed, sophomore sharpshooter converted on 48.1 percent from the field, while averaging 3.0 made three-pointers a contest over the month. Francis continued his torrid scoring performance, eclipsing double figures in seven of the eight contests while tallying 20 points or more four times, which included a career-high of 25 at Rider (12/16). The 6-0 guard was also instrumental on the defensive end, racking up 18 steals, which was highlighted by a seven-steal outing at home against Mercy College (12/10). During the season, Francis has also been among the nation's top free throw shooters, as he entered January with an 89.5% average from the charity stripe, having knocked down 51-of-57 foul shots.
