If Jackson Academy was riding high fresh off their 66-39 takedown of Starkville Academy back in November, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Raiders fell 65-55 to the Madison-Ridgeland Academy Patriots on Tuesday. The Raiders were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Patriots apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in January.
Madison-Ridgeland Academy's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Erick Dampier, Jr. led the charge by dropping a double-double with 17 points and 18 boards. Dampier, Jr.'s evening made it six games in a row in which he has scored at least 16 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Caeden Harvey, who shot 58% from the field on his way to 16 points.
Jackson Academy's loss dropped their record down to 1-1. As for Madison-Ridgeland Academy, the win keeps them at an undefeated 10-0.
Looking ahead, Jackson Academy will welcome Jackson Prep at 7:45 p.m. on Thursday. The Raiders will be up against the Patriots' rather soft defense (which has allowed 51.78 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Madison-Ridgeland Academy, they will head out to challenge Hartfield Academy at 7:45 p.m. on Friday. The Patriots will need to watch out since the Hawks have now posted at least 55 points every time they've taken the court this season.
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