Basketball Game Preview: Jackson Prep Patriots vs. Simpson Academy Cougars

The Jackson Prep Patriots will face off against the Simpson Academy Cougars at 7:45 p.m. on Tuesday. Jackson Prep is coming into the game on a six-game losing streak.

Jackson Prep blew Leake Academy out of the water the last time the pair played, but on Saturday Leake Academy got their revenge. The Patriots fell just short of the Rebels by a score of 54-52.

Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Simpson Academy, who bounced back after a loss on the road on Tuesday. They took their contest on Thursday with ease, bagging a 61-24 victory over Copiah Academy. The Cougars have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won four matchups by 37 points or more this season.

Jackson Prep's defeat dropped their record down to 4-7. As for Simpson Academy, they now have a winning record of 4-3.

Jackson Prep came up short against Simpson Academy when the teams last played back in December of 2023, falling 58-49. Will the Patriots have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other basketball content.