Portal hadn't done well against McIntosh County Academy recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Portal Panthers put the hurt on the McIntosh County Academy Buccaneers with a sharp 45-24 win. This was a revenge game for the Panthers: when they faced off against the Buccaneers back in January, they had to take a 53-22 loss.
Portal was led to victory by Alyssa King and London Blackmon. King dropped a double-double on 15 points and 11 rebounds, while Blackmon posted nine points along with five boards and three steals. What's more, Blackmon also posted a 60% field goal percentage, which is the highest she's posted since back in November of 2023.
Panthers
| 01/31/25 vs McIntosh County Academy | 45-24 |
| 01/28/25 @ Claxton | 43-38 |
| 01/18/25 @ Southeast Bulloch | 50-34 |
Portal 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 ten offensive boards every time they've taken the court this season.
When it comes to explaining why McIntosh County Academy lost, don't look at Cynthia Timmons. Despite the final result, she scored nine points and three steals. Timmons is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed three or more in the last three games she's played.
Portal now has a winning record of 9-8. As for McIntosh County Academy, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-13 record this season.
Portal wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next game, a 44-35 victory against Emanuel County Institute on the 1st. As for McIntosh County Academy, they also didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next match, a 48-32 defeat against Metter on the 1st.
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