On Friday, Jackson Academy earned a 62-53 win over Lafayette. Given Jackson Academy's advantage in MaxPreps' Mississippi basketball rankings (they are ranked tenth, while Lafayette is ranked 168th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Jackson Academy to victory, but perhaps none more so than Mike Williams, who scored 16 points along with nine rebounds and three steals. That makes it seven consecutive games in which Williams has scored at least 25% of Jackson Academy's points. Caleb Gaitor was another key contributor, scoring 16 points along with nine rebounds and three steals.
The victory makes it two in a row for Jackson Academy and bumps their season record up to 16-1. As for Lafayette, they have been struggling recently, as they've lost seven of their last nine matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-11 record this season.
Jackson Academy's road trip will continue as they head out to face Christian Collegiate Academy at 2:20 p.m. on January 3, 2024. As for Lafayette, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Southaven at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday.
