The Murphy Bulldogs will take on the Highland Tech Rams on Thursday.
Murphy is probably headed into the matchup with a chip on their shoulder considering Cherokee just ended the team's six-game winning streak on Friday. They were outmatched by the Braves and fell 89-25. The Bulldogs were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 54-15.
Meanwhile, it's playoff time, and Highland Tech had no trouble coming through when it counted. They blew past Alleghany 49-29 on Tuesday. The victory was some much needed relief for the Rams as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak.
Murphy's defeat dropped their record down to 15-10. As for Highland Tech, their win bumped their record up to 16-11.
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