Cumberland County High School played host to Stone Memorial High School Friday night and the teams split their games. The Lady Panthers, winners of 11 straight this season, held a 2-point lead after three quarters in their game with the Lady Jets and went on to win 40-31. The Jets trailed by six after three quarters in their match-up with the Panthers, but rallied in the final frame to win 71-62.
Next up: SMHS will open District play with a road trip to Rhea County on Tuesday, January 12th. The Lady Panthers game will begin at 5:00 and live coverage airs on Mix 99.3. The CCHS teams return to action with District games at Grundy County on Friday, January 15th. The girls game begins and 6:00 and live coverage is on 102.5 WOW COUNTRY.