Natchez extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to five on Thursday, dropping them down to 0-2. They came up short against the Jim Hill Tigers, falling 72-49. The Bulldogs were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Tigers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in November of 2024.
Daylan Haywood
| 11/06/25 @ Jim Hill | 24 |
| 11/04/25 vs Warren Central | 30 |
| 02/15/25 vs Laurel | 24 |
Despite the loss, Natchez still got an impressive performance from Daylan Haywood, who went 9-for-21 en route to 24 points and five boards. The game was Haywood's third in a row with at least 24 points. Another player making a difference was William Johnson, who posted seven points and seven rebounds.
As for Jim Hill, their victory was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 1-1. They not only won on Thursday, but they posted their biggest win since December 17, 2024 (when they won 70-41).
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Jim Hill to victory, but perhaps none more so than Anthony Trotter Jr, who had 21 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Edmond Palmer, who earned 15 points.
Natchez wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next matchup, a 62-56 defeat against Lawrence County on the 11th. As for Jim Hill, they have also already played their next contest, a 71-47 win against McLaurin on the 8th.
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