Jenkins County was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their 20th straight defeat dating back to last season. They were beaten by the Metter Tigers 65-25. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the War Eagles this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 48-34 back in December of 2024.
Haley Newton and Joyin Roberson certainly did their best on Tuesday to avoid the loss. Newton went 6 for 15 en route to 13 points and six rebounds, while Roberson posted five points.
Metter found their leader in sophomore Zion Saffore, who dropped a double-double on 33 points and ten boards. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Saffore has scored all season. The team also got some help courtesy of Zacarea Walker, who scored eight points along with nine rebounds and five steals.
Jenkins County's loss dropped their record down to 0-19. As for Metter, the win (which was their ninth in a row) raised their record to 13-2.
Jenkins County has already played their next matchup, a 45-39 defeat against Savannah on the 31st. As for Metter, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next game, a 70-26 victory against Claxton on the 31st.
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