West Tallahatchie took a 23-point defeat the last time they faced off against North Panola, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Choctaws narrowly escaped with a win as the squad sidled past the Cougars 50-47. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Choctaws have posted since December 18, 2024.
West Tallahatchie's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jayden Sample, who went 5-for-8 on his way to 13 points along with five rebounds and three steals. Sample has been hot recently, having posted two or more steals the last four times he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Rederrious Stapleton, who dropped a double-double with ten points and ten boards.
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| 11/11/25 - Home | 50-47 W |
| 11/12/24 - Away | 50-73 L |
| 12/10/16 - Away | 45-61 L |
West Tallahatchie's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for North Panola, they are on a ten-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. West Tallahatchie will head out to square off against Riverside at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for North Panola, they will venture away from home to challenge Coffeeville at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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