On Tuesday Madison-Ridgeland Academy's undefeated season almost came to an end. They had just enough and edged out the Leake Central Gators 71-69.
Erick Dampier, Jr.
| 11/18/25 vs Leake Central | 89% |
| 11/17/25 vs Kirk Academy | 100% |
| 11/13/25 vs Bayou Academy | 82% |
| 11/11/25 @ Kirk Academy | 67% |
| 11/06/25 vs Christ Covenant | 55% |
| + 17 more games |
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 16 points and 14 boards. Dampier, Jr. is also on a roll when it comes to field goal percentage, as he's posted one of at least 50% in the last 22 games he's played dating back to last season. Caeden Harvey was another key player, putting up 12 points and seven assists.
Madison-Ridgeland Academy was working as a unit and finished the game with 19 assists. That's the most assists they've posted since back in December of 2024.
Madison-Ridgeland Academy's win bumped their record up to 5-0. As for Leake Central, they now have a losing record of 1-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Madison-Ridgeland Academy will host Choctaw Central at 7:45 p.m. on Thursday. The Patriots will be up against the Warriors' rather soft defense (which has allowed 49.67 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Leake Central, they will look to defend their home court on Friday against Kosciusko at 7:30 p.m.
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