Pope County has been a dominant force so far, but they're in the middle of a mini-slump at the moment. They took a blow against the Anna-Jonesboro Wildcats on Monday, falling 69-35. The Pirates were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Wildcats apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in February of 2024.
Lawson Forthman
| 02/10/25 vs Anna-Jonesboro | 13 |
| 02/06/25 @ Gallatin County | 13 |
| 02/05/25 vs Cobden | 13 |
| 02/03/25 @ Galatia/Thompsonville | 13 |
| 01/30/25 @ Elverado/Zeigler-Royalton | 12 |
| + 19 more games |
Pope County's loss came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Lawson Forthman, who posted eight points in addition to 13 boards and four blocks. Forthman is crushing it when it comes to rebounds: she's pulled down at least ten every time she's taken the court this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Bella Fasolo, who had 14 points.
Pope County's defeat dropped their record down to 16-8. As for Anna-Jonesboro, their victory ended an 18-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 8-20.
Looking ahead, Pope County and Murphysboro will face off at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday without much rest having both just played. As for Anna-Jonesboro, they will take on Elverado/Zeigler-Royalton at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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