Haywood had to start their season on the road on Tuesday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They took a 58-49 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Jackson Central Merry Cougars. The Tomcats haven't had much luck with the Cougars recently, as the team's come up short the last two times they've met.
Jackson Central Merry's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Alaila Norment, who had nine points plus seven rebounds and six assists. Kelsey Hicks was another key player, dropping a double-double on 12 points and ten rebounds.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Haywood will head out to face off against Humboldt at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Jackson Central Merry, they will hit the road for the first time this season to take on Middle College at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday.
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