Pope County 46, Dongola 44

Dongola’s last quarter come-back bid fell short in a 46-44 loss to Pope County in the Turkey Tournament in high school boys’ basketball at Crab Orchard Saturday, Nov. 27.

The Pirates led 11-6 after one quarter and 21-18 at the half. Pope County led 33-27 going into the final period. The Demons outscored the Pirates 17-13 in the final frame.

Jordan Eads scored 16 points to lead Dongola. Tyler Thompson added 12 points, Darin Gibson 7, Clay Harris 6 and Tyler Eddleman 4.