If the Clarke County Bulldogs were riding high off their 75-47 takedown of the Blacksher Bulldogs last Wednesday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. Clarke County took a 68-58 hit to the loss column at the hands of Chickasaw on Friday. Clarke County was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Chickasaw apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played two weeks ago.
Chickasaw's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was JaMarion Osborne, who dropped a double-double on 15 points and 12 rebounds. Osborne is absolutely dominating the block category: he's posted at least two every time he's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Sydrus Gilmore, who scored 19 points along with five rebounds and two steals.
Clarke County's defeat dropped their record down to 10-14. As for Chickasaw, they have been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight games, which provided a nice bump to their 17-7 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Clarke County won't have much time to rest: their next match is against Thomasville at 7:00 p.m. on January 27th. Thomasville is coming into the game on a three-game losing streak. As for Chickasaw, they will be playing at home against Satsuma at 7:30 p.m. on Monday.
