Jackson Central Merry took care of business in their home opener on Tuesday. They walked away with a 58-49 victory over the Haywood Tomcats. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Cougars also won the last time the pair played back in December of 2023.
Jackson Central Merry's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Alaila Norment, who posted nine points plus seven rebounds and six assists. Another player making a difference was Kelsey Hicks, who dropped a double-double on 12 points and ten rebounds.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Jackson Central Merry will venture away from home to face off against Middle College at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday. As for Haywood, they will square off against Humboldt at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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