Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Edgewood). They came out on top against the Palestine Wildcats by a score of 56-47 on Friday. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 45-33 two weeks ago.
Edgewood's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Jackie Jackman, who almost dropped a double-double on 13 points and nine steals. Another player making a difference was Carmen Smith, who almost dropped a double-double on 12 points and nine boards.
Bulldogs
| 01/02/24 vs Lone Oak | 27 |
| 01/23/24 vs Prairiland | 25 |
| 12/20/24 vs Palestine | 23 |
| 01/26/24 @ Lone Oak | 22 |
| 02/02/24 @ Grand Saline | 21 |
Edgewood smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 23 offensive rebounds. That's the most offensive boards they've posted since back in January.
Edgewood pushed their record up to 5-10 with the victory, which was their third straight at home. As for Palestine, with the defeat, they broke their three-game winning streak and moved their record to 7-13.
Edgewood will get to enjoy the win for a while: their next game is against Malakoff at 2:15 p.m. on December 31st. Palestine and LaPoynor will round out the year against one another at on December 28th.
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