The Battle Spartans will challenge the Jefferson City Jays at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The two teams are strolling into their matches after big wins in their previous games.
Battle had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They simply couldn't be stopped on Monday as they easily beat McCluer 95-33. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Spartans as it put an end to their four-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Battle's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Keshun Jackson, who almost dropped a double-double on 14 points and nine rebounds. The dominant performance also gave Jackson a new career-high in assists (five). Another player making a difference was Brandon Rooks, who went 7 for 9 en route to 19 points plus five assists.
Meanwhile, Jefferson City gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener two weeks ago. They put the hurt on Gateway Legacy Christian Academy with a sharp 70-50 win.
Battle came up short against Jefferson City when the teams last played back in February, falling 78-69. Can Battle avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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