Courtesy of Dodson Highschool 

The Dodson junior varsity basketball teams squared off against Georgetown last week, with both the Lady Panthers and Panthers delivering exciting performances on the court.

The Lady Panthers came out strong and held their momentum through all four quarters, securing a 19-13 victory. Defense played a big role in the win, keeping Georgetown from finding a rhythm offensively. Leading in points for Dodson was Bacey Pritchett, who posted the game-high score.

On the boys’ side, the matchup came down to the wire. The Panthers traded baskets with Georgetown throughout the game, keeping fans on the edge of their seats. In the end, Georgetown managed to slip by with a narrow 37-34 win. Ryder Diffey paced Dodson with a strong scoring performance, helping keep the Panthers in contention until the final buzzer.

While the boys fell just short, both teams showed grit and determination, leaving plenty of optimism for the remainder of the season.