Potts Camp was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They received a blow as they fell 56-42 to the Mantachie Mustangs. The Cardinals were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Mustangs apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in February of 2021.
Despite the loss, Potts Camp still got an impressive performance from Jeremiah Nelson, who went 9-for-13 en route to 21 points along with seven rebounds and three blocks. Another player making a difference was Malachi Brownlee, who posted 12 points and five boards.
Potts Camp's record now sits at 2-7. As for Mantachie, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 6-5.
Potts Camp and Mantachie will both get their first taste of in-conference action in their upcoming games. The Cardinals are set to face off against their familiar foe Ashland at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Mantachie will challenge rival Alcorn Central at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday.
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