Mississippi High School Basketball - Richland nipped by Newton County
February 2, 2010: Decatur, MS 39327 The Newton County Cougars tipped the visiting Richland Rangers basketball team by a final score of 48-42 in Tuesday's league game.
In their next game, the Cougars face the Raymond Rangers (Raymond, MS) in a 4A Region 6 game, on Friday, February 5. Newton County will attempt to move on its 15-6 season record. The Rangers enter the game with a 12-10 record after their 57-52 league win over Magee (Magee, MS).
With the defeat, Richland moves to 10-10 on the year. The Rangers travel to Magee (Magee, MS) to meet the Trojans in a 4A Region 6 contest on Friday, February 5. The Trojans come into the contest with a record of 6-14. Magee lost 57-52 in their recent league contest against Raymond (Raymond, MS)