Basketball Preview: Munroe Bobcats vs. Tallavana Christian Lion
Munroe and Tallavana Christian are an even 4-4 against one another since January of 2016, but not for long. The Munroe Bobcats will be playing at home against the Tallavana Christian Lion at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The timing is sure in Munroe's favor as the team sits on nine straight wins at home (dating back to last season) while Tallavana Christian has been banged up by four consecutive losses on the road.
It was a proper cat-fight when Munroe took on Bethlehem on Tuesday. Munroe pulled ahead with a 45-44 photo finish over Bethlehem.
Munroe found their leader in freshman Antwon West, who scored 17 points. Jamari Jones was another key player, posting nine points.
Meanwhile, Tallavana Christian scored the most points they've had all season on Tuesday, but it wasn't enough. They received a blow as they fell 70-52 to Wakulla. While the Lion didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the War Eagles 13-9 in the first quarter.
Despite the defeat, Tallavana Christian got top-tier performance from Frederick Glenn, who posted 21 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Jy-Ron Peterson, who had eight points.
Tallavana Christian's loss dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Munroe, their victory bumped their record up to 3-0.
Everything came up roses for Munroe against Tallavana Christian in their previous matchup back in January of 2019, as the squad secured a 66-23 win. Does Munroe have another victory up their sleeve, or will Tallavana Christian turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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