Basketball Recap: Dooly County Comes Up Short

Dooly County lost against Perry last Saturday and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Tuesday. The Dooly County Bobcats took a blow against the Perry Panthers, falling 60-31. While losing is never fun, the Bobcats can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Georgia basketball rankings (they are ranked 327th, while the Panthers are ranked 137th).

Dooly County's loss came despite strong showings from Jazlyn Hall and Ja'Kayla Hooks. Hall posted 18 points in addition to seven rebounds and four steals, while Hooks put up seven points along with 13 boards and three steals. Hall is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least three every time she's taken the court this season.

Even though they lost, Dooly County smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 13 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive rebounds in six consecutive games.

Dooly County's defeat dropped their record down to 3-3. As for Perry, their win was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 7-1.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Dooly County will venture away from home to square off against Macon County at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Macon County will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Dooly County surely won't give up without a fight. As for Perry, they are taking a road trip to face off against Rutland at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.