Central lost to Jackson back in January of 2025 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. The Tigers were dealt a 76-34 loss at the hands of the Fighting Indians. While losing is never fun, the Tigers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Missouri basketball rankings (they are ranked 253rd, while the Fighting Indians are ranked fifth).
When it comes to explaining why Central lost, don't look at Abbi Davenport. Despite the final result, she posted 12 points and six boards. Emma Broeckiling also deserves some recognition as she posted her first assist of the season.
Central's defeat ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 6-8. As for Jackson, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 11-0.
Central has already played their next game, a 70-56 loss against Festus on the 17th. As for Jackson, they will challenge New Madrid County Central at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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