New Madrid County Central was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their seventh straight loss dating back to last season. They fell 72-63 to the South Pemiscot Bulldogs. The Eagles were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Bulldogs apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in December of 2019.
Issiac Smith
| 12/04/25 @ South Pemiscot | 5 |
| 11/29/25 vs Blytheville | 3 |
| 11/28/25 vs Lutheran North | 5 |
New Madrid County Central's loss shouldn't obscure the performances of Issiac Smith, who went 9-for-12 en route to 18 points in addition to eight boards and five blocks, and Jaden Guest-Newsome, who shot 50% from the field to rack up 17 points. Smith is crushing it when it comes to blocks: he's posted at least three every time he's taken the court this season. Kevin Jackson was another key player, putting up eight points.
New Madrid County Central's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for South Pemiscot, they pushed their record up to 2-0 with the victory, which was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season.
Looking ahead, New Madrid County Central will take on Kennett in a tournament on Monday. As for South Pemiscot, they will head out on the road to take on Caruthersville at 7:30 p.m. on the 12th.
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