Hancock is still undefeated this season after their matchup against Booker T. Washington on Saturday, but Booker T. Washington came as close as anyone has to beating them. The Hancock Hawks had just enough and edged the Booker T. Washington Wildcats out 30-27. Given the Hawks' advantage in MaxPreps' basketball rankings in their respective home states (they are ranked fifth in Mississippi, while the Wildcats are ranked 25th in Florida), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Booker T. Washington's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Mikerria Bonner, who had 11 points in addition to four steals, and Chamiah Francis, who earned 11 points along with eight rebounds.
Hancock's victory bumped their record up to 9-0. As for Booker T. Washington, their loss dropped their record down to 3-2.
Hancock will look to defend their home court on Tuesday against Picayune at 6:00 p.m. As for Booker T. Washington, they will square off against McGill-Toolen at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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