The Alcovy Tigers will challenge the Jasper County Hurricanes at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Both come into the contest bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Alcovy took a 29-point loss the last time they faced off against Rockdale County, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Tigers skirted past the Bulldogs 43-40. While the Tigers didn't have the best season last year (they finished 11-14), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past.
Milani Baughns
| 11/29/25 vs Rockdale County | 3 |
| 11/21/25 vs Ola | 2 |
| 11/18/25 vs Carver | 5 |
| 11/13/25 @ Locust Grove | 3 |
| 11/11/25 @ Salem | 3 |
Alcovy's win on Saturday was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Milani Baughns, who dropped a double-double with 11 points and 16 boards. Baughns is also crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least two every time she's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Minah Little, who posted 11 points and five steals.
Alcovy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 12 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive boards in 24 consecutive games dating back to last season.
Meanwhile, Jasper County took care of business in their home opener two weeks ago. They strolled past Greene County with points to spare, taking the game 56-40.
Alcovy better focus on containing Toni Gantt and Selena Harvey as the pair were huge in Jasper County's win. Gantt scored 21 points and three steals, while Harvey dropped a double-double with 17 points and 11 rebounds. What's more, Harvey posted two blocks, the most she's had since back in December of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Desii Appling, who earned a point along with 11 boards and seven steals.
Alcovy's win bumped their record up to 4-1. As for Jasper County, they pushed their record up to 1-0 with the victory, which was their seventh straight at home dating back to last season.
Alcovy was able to grind out a solid win over Jasper County in their previous matchup back in December of 2024, winning 55-45. Do the Tigers have another victory up their sleeve, or will the Hurricanes turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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