Dynamic duo of Ethan Jones and Javen Barger lead Oliver Springs to victory
By Team Reports
Jan 15, 2024, 3:31pm
Recap: Oliver Springs Bobcats vs. Coalfield Yellow Jackets
The Oliver Springs Bobcats won the last time they faced the Coalfield Yellow Jackets, and things went their way on Friday too. Oliver Springs enjoyed a cozy 53-39 victory over Coalfield. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Oliver Springs.
Oliver Springs was led to victory by Ethan Jones and Javen Barger. Jones scored 15 points along with six assists and three steals, while Barger dropped a double-double on 20 points and 11 rebounds. Jaxon Jett was another key contributor, scoring two points along with six assists and three steals.
Oliver Springs is on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four matches, which provided a nice bump to their 11-8 record this season. As for Coalfield, their loss dropped their record down to 1-10.
Oliver Springs will be playing at home against Roane County at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. One thing working in Roane County's favor is that they have posted big point totals every time they've taken the court this season. As for Coalfield, they will head out on the road to face off against Harriman at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The timing is sure in Harriman's favor as the team sits on nine straight wins at home while Coalfield has been banged up by five consecutive losses on the road.
