Mississippi High School Basketball - Richton bested by Heidelberg
January 7, 2025: Heidelberg, MS 39439
Heidelberg Oilers (Heidelberg, MS) supporters left the game happy Tuesday as they witnessed their basketball squad run past the visiting Richton Rebels (Richton, MS), 68-53 in a league match.
With the victory, Heidelberg advances its record to 10-9 on the year. The Oilers travel to North Forrest (Hattiesburg, MS) to meet the Eagles in a 2A Region 8 match on Tuesday, January 14. The Eagles enter the match with a record of 3-8.
The Rebels now own a 14-7 record. They put it on the line next when they travel to North Forrest for a 2A Region 8 match on Thursday, January 9. Richton will meet a Eagles squad coming off a 40-38 non-league loss to East Marion (Columbia, MS). The Eagles record now stands at 3-7.