Basketball Recap: Coahoma County Red Panthers vs. Clarksdale Wildcats
Coahoma County put another one in the bag on Tuesday to keep their perfect season alive. They were the clear victor by a 51-30 margin over the Clarksdale Wildcats. That looming 51-30 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Red Panthers yet this season.
Coahoma County got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Zech Smith out in front who dropped a double-double on 13 points and ten rebounds. What's more, Smith also posted a 56% field goal percentage, which is the highest he's posted since back in January. Another player making a difference was Caleb Hearns, who almost dropped a double-double on nine points and ten rebounds.
Coahoma County smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 12 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive rebounds in four consecutive matchups.
Coahoma County's victory was their tenth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 8-0. As for Clarksdale, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five games, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-4 record this season.
Coahoma County didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next contest, a 47-26 win against West Tallahatchie on the 3rd. Clarksdale has also already played their next match, a 50-47 victory against Central on the 3rd.
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