After flying high against Maryville Christian last Tuesday, Jersey came back down to earth. The Jersey Panthers fell 56-46 to the Columbia Eagles on Tuesday. The Panthers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Eagles apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in November of 2023.
Several Panthers players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Meredith Gray, who dropped a double-double on 18 points and 15 rebounds. Another player making a difference was Ella Smith, who scored eight points along with six steals.
Even though they lost, Jersey smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 17 offensive rebounds. That's the most offensive rebounds they've posted since back in December of 2023.
Jersey's loss dropped their record down to 1-1. As for Columbia, their victory was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 3-1.
Jersey will square off against Triad at 7:15 p.m. on Monday. As for Columbia, they will look to defend their home court on Thursday against East Alton-Wood River at 7:30 p.m.
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