The Jasper Vikings didn't have quite enough to beat the Saltillo Tigers on Tuesday and fell 67-64. The Vikings have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Saltillo's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Eli Shannon, who went 6-for-15 to rack up 22 points. Those 22 points gave Shannon a new career-high. Lennox White was another key player, shooting 63% from the field on his way to 17 points.
Jasper's defeat dropped their record down to 3-2. As for Saltillo, their victory bumped their record up to 4-1.
Looking ahead, Jasper will head out to face off against Selma at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Saltillo, they will face off against Grenada at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The contest will give the Tigers their first taste of in-conference action this season.
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