Basketball Recap: Kenedy Triumphs

By Team Reports Feb 9, 2026, 2:10pm

Basketball Recap: Kenedy Lions vs. Pettus Eagles

Kenedy won the last time they faced Pettus and things went their way on Friday too. The Lions managed a 58-53 victory over the Eagles. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Lions.

Jericho Jackson

Steals (Career)

02/06/26 vs Pettus6
01/09/26 @ Skidmore-Tynan5
01/27/26 vs Yorktown4
01/23/26 vs Refugio4
01/20/26 @ Three Rivers4

Jericho Jackson was nothing short of spectacular: he posted 21 points and six steals. Those six steals gave him a new career-high. Dylan Russell was another key player, putting up five points and 18 boards.

Kenedy's win bumped their record up to 14-15. As for Pettus, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 9-13 record this season.

Kenedy will face off against Woodsboro at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Lions will need to watch out since the Eagles have now posted at least 55 points in their last three games. As for Pettus, they are taking a road trip to take on Yorktown at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.

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