Bland County extended their losing streak to 12 on Friday, dropping them down to 1-13. They were beaten by the Fort Chiswell Pioneers 105-51. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Pioneers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 93-36 back in December of 2025.
As for Fort Chiswell, they are on a roll lately: they've won six of their last seven matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 11-5 record this season. They have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won six games by 24 points or more this season.
Fort Chiswell found their leader in sophomore Owen Jackson, who shot 71% from the field to rack up 38 points in addition to seven boards and four steals. Jackson is on a roll when it comes to points, as he's now scored 15 or more in each of the last 23 games he's played dating back to last season. Another player making a difference was Eli Eversole, who dropped a double-double with 19 points and ten rebounds.
Coincidentally, Bland County and Fort Chiswell will both be playing Grayson County the next time they take the court. The Bears will head out to face the Blue Devils at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, while the Pioneers will head out to face them at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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