Basketball Recap: Simpson Academy's Winning Streak Snapped at 11 Games

Cougars

Previous 5 Games

12/10/24 @ East Rankin Academy	45-65
12/05/24 vs Copiah Academy	57-16
12/03/24 vs Lamar	61-46
12/02/24 @ Park Place Christian Academy	52-20
11/25/24 @ Heritage Academy	69-33

On Tuesday, Simpson Academy faced East Rankin Academy in a battle between two of the state's top teams. The Simpson Academy Cougars came up short against the East Rankin Academy Patriots, falling 65-45. The Cougars' loss signaled the end of their 11-game winning streak.

Simpson Academy's defeat ended a six-game streak of away wins and brought them to 13-2. As for East Rankin Academy, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 17-0.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. A feisty cat fight will be fought when the Simpson Academy Cougars challenge the Wayne Academy Jaguars at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for East Rankin Academy, they will challenge Park Place Christian Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.