Chalmette was the 52-44 winner over Slidell when they last played one another back in January of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The Chalmette Owls took a blow against the Slidell Tigers on Friday, falling 56-29. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Owls have suffered against the Tigers since November 20, 2017.
Kolby Rachel was a one-man wrecking crew for Slidell as he went 5 of 10 on his way to 17 points along with seven boards and six assists. Rachel has been hot, having also posted two or more steals the last five times he's played. Another player making a difference was Jerry Birdlow, who dropped a double-double on 12 points and 15 rebounds.
Chalmette dropped their record down to 7-20 with the loss, which was their fourth straight on the road. As for Slidell, their victory was their first in the district, bumping their district record up to 1-2 and their overall record up to 16-8.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Chalmette will welcome Salmen at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Slidell, a feisty cat fight is on tap when the Slidell Tigers face off against the Northshore Panthers at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Northshore will roll in looking for their 13th straight win, something Slidell surely won't give up without a fight.
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