Basketball Recap: Highlands Comes Up Short at Home Against Rabun County

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Highlands couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They took a blow against the Rabun County Wildcats on Thursday, falling 78-37.

Rabun County got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Huey Blalock out in front who went 8 for 16 en route to 22 points plus seven assists and five steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Hayes Free, who dropped a double-double on 21 points and 11 rebounds.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Highlands will host Rosman at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Rabun County, they will be playing at home against Towns County at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.

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