Recap: Dickson County Cougars vs. Independence Eagles
The Dickson County Cougars were the 59-34 winner over the Independence Eagles when they last played one another back in February of 2021, but their luck changed this time around. Dickson County received a tough blow on Tuesday as they fell 54-39 to Independence. Dickson County's loss keeps them winless this season.
Dickson County's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jenna Saine, who scored 12 points along with 6 rebounds. Saine scored a full 30.8% of Dickson County's points, the third time in a row she's earned more than a third of the team's points. Kaylee Edmisson was another key contributor, scoring 6 points along with 3 steals.
Leading Independence to victory were Riley Brooks and Aaliyah Fleming. Brooks dropped a double-double on 14 points and 10 rebounds, while Fleming scored 15 points along with 5 rebounds and 5 steals. Brooks hasn't dropped below eight rebounds for three straight games. Another player making a difference was Savanna Seay, who scored 9 points along with 6 rebounds and 3 steals.
The last time Dickson County won on the road was back last Tuesday. Having now lost three straight away games, they've bumped their record down to 0-3. As for Independence, their victory bumped their record up to 3-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Dickson County will be staying on the road on Tuesday to face off against Rossview at 6:00 p.m. on December 5th. As for Independence, they will challenge Fairview at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
