Jefferson County lost to Jenkins County back in December of 2023, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Saturday. The Jefferson County Warriors strolled past the Jenkins County War Eagles with points to spare, taking the game 39-24.
Jefferson County's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Shanteria Anderson, who had 17 points in addition to five steals. Anderson is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in the last three games she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Jaelissia Reeves, who scored six points plus 12 rebounds and two steals.
Despite the loss, Jenkins County still got an impressive performance from Joyin Roberson, who earned seven points along with nine rebounds and two steals.
Jefferson County's victory ended a 13-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-2. As for Jenkins County, their loss was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-5.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Jefferson County will challenge Academy for Classical Education at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Academy for Classical Education's defense has only allowed 27.5 points per game this season, so Jefferson County's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Jenkins County, they will venture away from home to challenge McIntosh County Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Jenkins County is facing McIntosh County Academy at the right time seeing as McIntosh County Academy is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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