Melrose unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They took a blow against the Southwind Jaguars on Tuesday, falling 74-30. The Golden Wildcats have struggled against the Jaguars recently, as the game was their fifth consecutive lost matchup.
Ronald Towns had a dynamite game for Southwind, going 5 for 8 en route to 12 points plus two steals. Austen Price was another key player, going 6 for 8 en route to 12 points plus eight rebounds.
Melrose will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Fairley at 7:30 p.m. on December 2nd. Southwind has already played their next match, a 70-63 win against Fayette Ware on the 21st.
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