If Polk County was riding high fresh off their 70-28 takedown of Copper Basin on Monday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The contest between the Wildcats and the Meigs County Tigers didn't end well, with the Wildcats falling 74-60. The Wildcats have struggled against the Tigers recently, as the game was their third consecutive lost matchup.
Meigs County got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Mason Davis out in front who almost dropped a double-double with 14 points and nine boards. That's the most rebounds Davis has posted since back in February of 2025. The team also got some help courtesy of Eli Hope, who shot 62% from the field en route to 17 points and six boards.
Polk County's defeat dropped their record down to 8-7. As for Meigs County, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won eight of their last nine games. That's provided a massive bump to their 10-5 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Polk County will challenge Hiwassee Dam at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Meigs County, they will face off against Tellico Plains at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Tigers will be up against the Bears' rather soft defense (which has allowed 59.27 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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