North Panola hadn't beaten Holly Springs on the road since December 9, 2022 but that history sure didn't bother them on Friday. The Cougars managed a 71-66 victory over the Hawks. This was a revenge game for the Cougars: when they faced off against the Hawks back in January, they had to take a 67-59 defeat.
When it comes to explaining why Holly Springs lost, don't look at Jeremiah Dowdy. Despite the final result, he dropped a double-double with 20 points and 13 rebounds. Dowdy is becoming a predictor of the Hawks' success: when he posts at least 20 points the team is 3-1 (and 10-13 when he doesn't). Josiah Johnson was another key player, shooting 47% from the field en route to 17 points.
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| 02/13/26 - Neutral | 71-66 W |
| 01/13/26 - Home | 59-67 L |
| 12/09/25 - Away | 65-76 L |
| 01/14/25 - Away | 60-68 L |
| 12/13/24 - Home | 62-80 L |
| + 5 more games |
North Panola's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-20. As for Holly Springs, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 13-14 record this season.
North Panola wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 74-25 loss against Booneville on the 17th. As for Holly Springs, they have also already played their next matchup, a 65-55 defeat against Alcorn Central on the 17th.
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