Jordan was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their 15th straight loss dating back to last season. They fell 42-32 to the Pike County Pirates. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Pirates this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 55-30 two weeks ago.
Pike County's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Nazarious McDowell led the charge by shooting 54% from the field on his way to 18 points and five boards. Those five rebounds gave McDowell a new career-high. Tucker Saporita was another key player, putting up eight points.
Jordan's defeat dropped their record down to 0-8. As for Pike County, their record now sits at 3-7.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Jordan won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against Mary Persons at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Red Jackets' defense better be ready for this one: the Bulldogs have averaged an impressive 53.4 points per game this season. As for Pike County, they will also get right back to it: they'll challenge Lamar County at 8:30 p.m. on Friday. The Pirates will be up against the Trojans' rather soft defense (which has allowed 55.17 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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