Morgan Academy hadn't done well against Macon-East Montgomery Academy recently (they were 0-5 in their previous five matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Monday. The Morgan Academy Senators secured a 44-39 W over the Macon-East Montgomery Academy Knights. This was payback for the Senators, who suffered a 56-54 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Despite the loss, Macon-East Montgomery Academy saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Omarion Wilson went 7 for 14 en route to 18 points plus six rebounds and four steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Jacob Nowden, who earned seven points along with five rebounds.
Morgan Academy now has a winning record of 2-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Morgan Academy will challenge Hooper Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Macon-East Montgomery Academy, they and Evangel Christian Academy will face off at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday without much rest after finishing up games yesterday. Macon-East Montgomery Academy will come in still looking for their first win of the season.
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