It was a proper cat-fight when Munroe challenged Chipley on Monday. The Munroe Bobcats snuck past the Chipley Tigers with a 59-54 victory. The Bobcats have seen this before: they got the W the last time they saw the Tigers, too.
Munroe's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Zelden Chukes led the charge by going 6 for 9 en route to 12 points plus seven rebounds and three steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Jamari Jones, who scored 11 points plus five rebounds and five steals.
Munroe smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 11 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive rebounds in 21 consecutive games dating back to last season.
When it comes to explaining why Chipley lost, don't look at Luke Jordan. Despite the final result, he had 20 points. Jaylin Washington was another key player, posting nine points.
Munroe's record is now 2-0. As for Chipley, they now have a losing record at 1-2.
Munroe has already played their next matchup, a 45-44 win against Bethlehem on the 26th. As for Chipley, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next match, a 70-39 victory against Rocky Bayou Christian on the 26th.
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