The Parker Thundering Herd won the last time they faced the Woodlawn Colonels, and things went their way on Tuesday too. Parker took down Woodlawn 63-48. Given Parker's advantage in MaxPreps' Alabama basketball rankings (they are ranked 42nd, while Woodlawn is ranked 202nd), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Among those leading the charge was Ishmael Shelton, who scored 18 points. Mykell Echols was another key contributor, scoring 11 points.
The victory makes it two in a row for Parker and bumps their season record up to 6-3. As for Woodlawn, they have been struggling recently, as they've lost four of their last five matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-6 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Parker will take on Pleasant Grove at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Woodlawn, they will be playing at home against Carver Birmingham at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Carver Birmingham is hoping to put an end to a three-game streak of away losses.
