Basketball Recap: Paoli Rams vs. Shoals Jug Rox
Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Paoli). They really took it to the Shoals Jug Rox for the full four quarters, racking up a 58-26 win. The victory was a breath of fresh air for the Rams as it put an end to their seven-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Jericho Hopper was her usual excellent self, dropping a double-double on 22 points and 12 rebounds. She is trending in the right direction considering she's improved her point production for four straight games. Lilly Hall was another key player, posting eight points along with nine steals.
Paoli was working as a unit and finished the game with 15 assists. That's the most assists they've posted since back in December of 2023.
Paoli's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-6. As for Shoals, they are on a nine-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-6.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Paoli will venture away from home to challenge Salem at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Paoli has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last five games. As for Shoals, they are taking a road trip to square off against Pike Central at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Shoals is facing Pike Central at the right time seeing as Pike Central is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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