After flying high against Jellico last Monday, Gibbs came back down to earth. 2025 welcomed the Gibbs Eagles with a 62-42 loss courtesy of the Halls Red Devils on Friday. The Eagles haven't had much luck with the Red Devils recently, as the team's come up short the last six times they've met.
Gibbs' loss came despite strong showings from Zack Turner and Chase Norman. Turner posted 20 points and six rebounds, while Norman almost dropped a double-double on ten points and nine rebounds.
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Even though they lost, Gibbs smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with ten offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive rebounds in three consecutive games.
Gibbs' defeat dropped their record down to 7-9. As for Halls, the victory got them back to even at 6-6.
Gibbs will host Pigeon Forge at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. One thing working in Pigeon Forge's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last seven matchups. As for Halls, they will venture away from home to square off against Oliver Springs at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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