Preview: Jackson North Side Indians vs. Hardin County Tigers
Jackson North Side is on an 11-game streak of home losses (dating back to last season), Hardin County a four-game streak of away losses, but someone's luck is about to change. Having just played yesterday, the Jackson North Side Indians will get right back to it and host the Hardin County Tigers at 6:00 p.m. on February 9th. Jackson North Side comes in on a streak of failing to score more than 24 points in their last six games, a trend the team is of course eager to reverse.
Jackson North Side struggled with assists on Thursday (Jackson South Side had 15 more) and sadly the final score reflected it. Jackson North Side was beaten by Jackson South Side 62-19. Jackson North Side was in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 36-7.
Nevaeh Bond was Jackson North Side's leading scorer, having posted six points.
While Hardin County couldn't quite beat Lexington on Thursday, the three-point margin was a huge improvement compared to the 24-point loss they were dealt on Tuesday. Hardin County fell just short of Lexington by a score of 45-42. Hardin County has struggled against Lexington recently, as their match on Thursday was their fifth consecutive lost matchup.
Jackson North Side's loss dropped their record down to 0-24. As for Hardin County, they have not been sharp recently as the team's lost eight of their last nine games, which put a noticeable dent in their 14-12 record this season.
Jackson North Side was taken down by Hardin County 66-29 in their previous matchup back in January. Will Jackson North Side have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.
