Monterey was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their ninth straight loss. They were beaten by the Jackson County Blue Devils 70-32. While losing is never fun, the Wildcats can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Tennessee basketball rankings (they are ranked 343rd, while the Blue Devils are ranked 83rd).
Monterey's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Jalee Johnson, who almost dropped a double-double on ten points and nine rebounds, and Haylee Trevathan, who posted six points and four steals.
Monterey's loss dropped their record down to 1-14. As for Jackson County, they pushed their record up to 9-3 with the victory, which was their third straight at home.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Monterey will venture away from home to challenge Watertown at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Jackson County, they will head out on the road to take on York Institute at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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