If the UMS-Wright Prep Bulldogs were feeling good off their 75-41 takedown of the West Blocton Tigers last Tuesday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. UMS-Wright Prep fell 57-48 to Murphy on Wednesday. While losing is never fun, UMS-Wright Prep can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Alabama basketball rankings (they are ranked 235th, while Murphy is ranked 48th).
Murphy's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Kinley Simmons, who scored 10 points along with 3 steals. Another player making a difference was Bryan Jackson, who scored 10 points.
UMS-Wright Prep has traveled a rocky road recently, as they've lost five of their last six contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-6 record this season. As for Murphy, the victory was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 6-2.
UMS-Wright Prep will look to defend their home court on Friday against Baker at 7:00 p.m. Baker has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last three games. As for Murphy, they will head out on the road to face off against St. Martin at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
