Basketball Recap: Blount Leopards vs. Gulf Shores Dolphins
Blount hadn't done well against Gulf Shores recently (they were 0-3 in their previous three matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. The Blount Leopards escaped with a win against the Gulf Shores Dolphins by the margin of a single free throw, 41-40. Winning may never get old, but the Leopards sure are getting used to it with their third in a row.
Blount's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Heaven Watlington, who posted 19 points. Amayah Bracy was another key player, posting 12 points.
Blount pushed their record up to 8-3 with the win, which was their fifth straight at home. As for Gulf Shores, their loss dropped their record down to 6-5.
Blount and Gulf Shores' offenses will be put to the test in their next games. Blount and St. Martin (who has only given up 24.78 points per game) will meet at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday. Meanwhile, Gulf Shores will face off against Moss Point at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, a squad that's only allowed 26.11 points per game.
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