Ponchatoula was the 79-61 winner over Salmen when they last played one another back in January of 2025, but their luck changed this time around. The Green Wave were dealt a 76-49 defeat at the hands of the Spartans on Friday. The Green Wave have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Bj Matthews continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines for Salmen, shooting 62% from the field on his way to 20 points along with five rebounds and five steals. That's the most points Matthews has posted since back in November of 2025. The team also got some help courtesy of Joshua Carroll, who went 6-for-11 en route to 16 points and four blocks.
Ponchatoula's loss dropped their record down to 10-13. As for Salmen, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six games. That's provided a massive bump to their 13-8 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Ponchatoula will welcome Assumption at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Salmen, they will look to defend their home court on Tuesday against Northshore at 7:30 p.m.
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