After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Spalding, the Jackson Red Devils were happy to have found some success on Saturday. They snuck past Forest Park with a 51-47 win. For those curious, yes, that was the biggest victory Jackson has managed all season.
Kevan Gray was the offensive standout of the match as he scored 15 points along with eight rebounds and three steals. That's the first time this season that he pulled down eight or more rebounds. Another player making a difference was Ja'dariyan Pennamon, who scored 15 points along with two steals.
Jackson's victory ended a seven-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-13. As for Forest Park, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-12.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Jackson will take on Upson-Lee at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Forest Park, they will be playing at home against Rockdale County at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Rockdale County is hoping to put an end to a four-game streak of away losses.
