The Elbert County Blue Devils's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Saturday after their third straight loss. They fell just short of Oglethorpe County by a score of 50-47. While losing is never fun, Elbert County can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Georgia basketball rankings (they are ranked 266th, while Oglethorpe County is ranked 44th).
Despite the defeat, Elbert County had strong showings from Grady Jones, who scored 9 points along with 6 rebounds, and Bob Thomas, who scored 9 points along with 9 rebounds and 5 assists. Thomas is on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now stole two or more in the last three games he's played.
Elbert County's loss dropped their record down to 1-4. As for Oglethorpe County, their win bumped their record up to 4-1.
Elbert County will head out on the road to face off against Stephens County at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Oglethorpe County, they will be playing at home against Monsignor Donovan Catholic at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
